Books About Found Family · 57 titles considered

The Best Found Family Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about found family? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Found Family

The Girl Who Speaks Bear
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Girl Who Speaks Bear

By Sophie Anderson

A girl with bear legs seeks her true identity in a perilous forest.

304 pages· 66,267 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 5,628 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Twelve-year-old Yanka, known for her unusual size and strength, wakes to find her legs transformed into bear legs. Feeling out of place in her village, she ventures into the Snow Forest with her pet weasel, Mousetrap, to uncover the truth about her mysterious origins. As she navigates the forest's dangers, Yanka discovers that the fantastical tales she grew up with are real. But as she nears the truth, a terrifying event threatens to trap her in the forest forever. Will Yanka find where she truly belongs, or will the forest claim her?
Nimona (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015

Nimona (Graphic Novel)

By ND Stevenson

A shapeshifter and villain challenge the kingdom's heroes, but hidden powers threaten chaos.

266 pages· 10,484 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 193,766 ratings
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Summary: Nimona, a daring shapeshifter, teams up with villain Lord Ballister Blackheart to expose the kingdom's so-called heroes. As their antics spiral into chaos, Blackheart discovers Nimona's powers are as enigmatic as her past. Can they reveal the truth without unleashing something far more dangerous? Dive into a world of dragons, science, and unexpected alliances where nothing is as it seems.
The Fog Diver
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

The Fog Diver

By Joel Ross · Book #1 in the Fog Diver series

In a sky-bound world, slum kids risk all to reach a city that holds the cure for a deadly mist.

Cybils Award (2015)
352 pages· 58,696 words· Est. 8 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,487 ratings
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Summary: In a world where mountaintops are humanity's last refuge, thirteen-year-old Chess and his friends sail above a deadly mist, scavenging to survive. But survival isn't enough. They must reach Port Oro to save their beloved Mrs. E from fogsickness. Pursued by the ruthless Lord Kodoc, who seeks Chess's secret, they face perilous skies and hidden fears. Will they find the cure before it's too late?
Fairest
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006

Fairest

By Gail Carson Levine · Ella Enchanted series

A girl with a magical voice faces palace intrigue and a queen's dangerous demand to save her kingdom.

334 pages· 58,029 words· Est. 8 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 69,628 ratings
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Summary: Aza, gifted with an extraordinary voice but lacking beauty, becomes lady-in-waiting to a new queen. When the queen demands a perilous favor, Aza is thrust into a web of palace intrigue involving a magic mirror, a charming prince, and a jealous queen. As an injured king's fate hangs in the balance, Aza must navigate this treacherous maze to protect herself and her kingdom. Can she uncover the truth and find her own strength amidst the shadows?
Masters of Disguise
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Masters of Disguise

By Lisa McMann · Book #6 in the The Forgotten Five series

Supernatural kids on the run must outsmart a corrupt president before an election changes everything.

336 pages· 70,898 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 287 ratings
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Summary: In a race against time, five supernatural kids become public enemies when their identities are exposed. With a corrupt president determined to maintain power, they must master disguise and infiltrate a high-stakes campaign event. As they navigate danger, Cabot's parents, double agents, are arrested, leaving a critical secret untold. Can the kids outwit a new, unseen threat before it's too late?
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba―One-Winged Butterfly
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2019

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba―One-Winged Butterfly

By Koyoharu Gotouge, Aya Yajima

Sisters face an impossible task to learn demon slaying.

192 pages· 27,836 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 975 ratings
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Summary: Orphaned sisters Kanae and Shinobu must move a giant rock to prove their worth to Himejima and learn the art of demon slaying. Meanwhile, Zenitsu's antics, Mitsuri's inner struggles, and a rock band at Kimetsu Academy add layers of humor and heart. Can these tales of courage and friendship reveal new paths for the Demon Slayer Corps?
Killer Instinct
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2014

Killer Instinct

By Jennifer Lynn Barnes · Book #2 in the The Naturals series

A copycat killer targets teens with crime-solving skills. Can they outsmart him before it's too late?

378 pages· 82,135 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 270,916 ratings
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Summary: Cassie Hobbes, a teen with a knack for profiling, joins an elite FBI program. When a new serial killer mimics the crimes of a teammate's father, the Naturals are thrust into a chilling case. As they delve into the killer's psyche, the stakes rise. Can they unravel the mind games before becoming ensnared in the copycat's deadly web? With friendship, romance, and danger at every turn, this thriller keeps you guessing. Will the Naturals outwit the killer, or will they fall victim to his sinister plans?
Crooked Kingdom
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2016

Crooked Kingdom

By Leigh Bardugo · Book #2 in the Six of Crows series

A crew's survival hinges on outsmarting powerful foes in a city of secrets.

536 pages· 160,962 words· Est. 15 hour read
4.6 Goodreads · 808,622 ratings
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Summary: Kaz Brekker and his crew, fresh from a daring heist, find themselves betrayed and vulnerable. With powerful forces closing in on Ketterdam, they must navigate treacherous streets to uncover secrets of a potent drug. As old rivals and new foes test their fragile loyalties, a battle for revenge and redemption looms, threatening the fate of the Grisha world. Can Kaz outwit his enemies and protect his team, or will the city's shadows consume them all?
Listen to the Moon
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2014

Listen to the Moon

By Michael Morpurgo

A lost girl, a war-torn family, and a ship's fateful journey intertwine in mystery and survival.

368 pages· 84,332 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 3,809 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Merry sails on the Lusitania to reunite with her father, despite ominous warnings. Meanwhile, Alfie discovers a mysterious girl on an island, who only whispers 'Lucy.' As war looms, suspicions rise about her true identity. Are they friends or foes? In a world divided by conflict, unexpected bonds form, challenging perceptions and revealing hidden truths. Will Merry and Alfie find the answers they seek, or will the shadows of war consume them?
Misfit Mansion
Graphic Nov.
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$2184
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Misfit Mansion

By Kay Davault · Book #1 in the Misfit Mansion series

A monster girl seeks a family in a human town, uncovering dark secrets.

304 pages· 9,734 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,255 ratings
$22.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Iris, a monster girl, escapes her foster home for horrors, venturing into Dead End Springs to find a family. As she befriends humans and explores this new world, she uncovers a dark secret hidden by her former guardian, Mr. Halloway. With a paranormal hunter on her trail and mysteries lurking, Iris must navigate dangers to find the belonging she craves. Will the secrets she unravels threaten her chance at a forever family?
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Found Family Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about found family for preschool and elementary-age readers.

An Extraordinary Egg
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An Extraordinary Egg

Ages 4–7 · 1948

Three frogs find an egg, but what hatches isn't what they expect. Is it really a chicken?

Dewey
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Dewey

Ages 3–5 · 2009

A library cat questions his role when young visitors prove challenging. Can he find his true purpose?

Mario Takes Off!
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Mario Takes Off!

Ages 4–7 · 2026

Join an intergalactic quest as Mario and friends face cosmic challenges.

Smurfs: Book of Magic
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Smurfs: Book of Magic

Ages 4–8 · 2025

Join a quest through the Smurf-Verse to uncover its greatest mystery.

Green Team!
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Green Team!

Ages 4–8 · 2012

Join the Ninja Turtles in a battle of epic martial arts action.

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Found Family Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about found family for developing and independent readers.

The Dragon Prince
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Graphic Nov.
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$999

The Dragon Prince

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Three heroes must unite to prevent war and restore peace in a divided world.

The Midnight Children
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The Midnight Children

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A boy discovers mysterious children hiding secrets in a small town.

No Flying in the House
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$999

No Flying in the House

Ages 7–9 · 1970

A girl discovers she's half-fairy and must choose between magic and her beloved talking dog.

Bec
#4 in Series
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$1499

Bec

Ages 12–17 · 2006

A young priestess battles demons to uncover her mysterious past.

Fearless
#3 in Series
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Fearless

Ages 13–17 · 2025

A choice in Ilya will seal destinies and test loyalties forever.

Stitch
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Stitch

Ages 8–12 · 2025

Two creations must escape a sinister experimenter's grasp in a world that sees them as monsters.

The Aristocats
Series
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$698

The Aristocats

1970

Cats must outsmart a scheming butler to reclaim their inheritance.

The Poet's Dog
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$599

The Poet's Dog

Ages 6–10 · 2016

A dog guides two children through a storm, revealing secrets of love and loss.

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