Books About Friendship And Loyalty

The Best Friendship And Loyalty Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Friendship And Loyalty

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1999

Ragweed

By Avi, Brian Floca (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Poppy Stories series

A young mouse named Ragweed leaves his home in the country to explore the city and gets caught up in a world of danger and adventure.

208 pages· 33,837 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

6.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,085 ratings

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Summary: Ragweed, a curious mouse, leaves his country home for the bustling city, seeking adventure and new friends. But lurking in the shadows is Silversides, leader of F.E.A.R., a cat group bent on keeping mice at the bottom. With a band of quirky city mice—Clutch, Dipstick, Lugnut, and Blinker—Ragweed must outsmart these cunning cats. Can they unite to challenge the feline hierarchy, or will they fall prey to their whiskered adversaries? Discover a world where courage and friendship are the keys to survival in this thrilling tale of mice versus cats.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Annie's Life in Lists

By Kristin Mahoney

A shy girl uses lists to navigate a new town, school, and friendships.

288 pages· 41,287 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 1,089 ratings

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Summary: Annie, a shy fifth grader with a photographic memory, relies on lists to manage her chaotic life. After moving to Clover Gap, she faces a brother's resentment, new classmates, and the challenge of fitting in. Can Annie find her place and keep her best friend? Discover how she navigates these changes with her trusty lists.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2014

Scorpion Mountain

By John Flanagan · Book #5 in the The Brotherband Chronicles series

A princess's life hangs in the balance as a deadly cult closes in.

480 pages· 110,367 words· Est. 12.5 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 13,731 ratings

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Summary: Hal and his Brotherband crew join forces with Ranger Gilan to thwart a deadly threat against Princess Cassandra. As whispers of a second assassination attempt by the Scorpion Cult spread, they must act swiftly to protect the kingdom. Will they uncover the plot in time, or will the cult's blade strike true? Old allies and new enemies collide in this thrilling adventure where the stakes are life and death.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

Leopardstar's Honor

By Erin Hunter · Book #14 in the Warriors Super Edition series

A warrior cat must choose between peace and sacrifice to protect her clan.

592 pages· 125,463 words· Est. 14 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 2,159 ratings

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Summary: Leopardfur, a dedicated RiverClan warrior, faces a pivotal choice: maintain peace among the Clans or sacrifice everything for her own. As she rises to leadership, the ambitious Tigerclaw offers his aid, but his intentions remain uncertain. Will Leopardfur follow in Crookedstar's footsteps or forge her own path? In this gripping stand-alone adventure, the fate of RiverClan hangs in the balance, challenging Leopardfur to define her legacy. Dive into the thrilling world of warrior cats and discover the epic journey of courage and destiny that awaits.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2012

Yellowfang's Secret

By Erin Hunter, James L. Barry (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Warriors Super Edition series

A prophecy haunts a cat destined to heal, threatening the clans' survival.

501 pages· 116,151 words· Est. 13 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 11,739 ratings

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Summary: Yellowkit dreams of battle, but destiny calls her to heal as Yellowfang. As a medicine cat, her loyalty to ShadowClan is unwavering, yet a dark prophecy looms, threatening all Warrior clans. Can Yellowfang unravel the mystery and save her world, or will the shadows consume them all? Discover the untold story of a beloved cat in this thrilling standalone adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Aphrodite the Fair

By Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams · Book #15 in the Goddess Girls series

Aphrodite plans a surprise birthday party for her crush Ares, but things get complicated when his sister Eris shows up uninvited.

272 pages· 36,202 words· Est. 5 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 1,071 ratings

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Summary: Aphrodite faces a challenge when Eris, the goddess of discord, plans to stir trouble at her brother Ares' thirteenth birthday. Determined to ensure Ares enjoys his special day, Aphrodite must navigate Eris's mischievous schemes. Will she succeed in keeping the peace, or will Eris's antics overshadow the celebration? Dive into this adventure where divine mischief meets sibling rivalry, and discover if harmony can prevail over chaos.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2017

Shattered Sky

By Erin Hunter · Book #3 in the Warriors: A Vision of Shadows series

Rogues threaten the Clans. Can Alderheart find SkyClan before it's too late?

336 pages· 67,110 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 6,306 ratings

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Summary: ShadowClan has fallen, and rogues led by the ruthless Darktail threaten to conquer all. Alderheart believes the only hope lies in finding the lost SkyClan and fulfilling a crucial prophecy. As Darktail's power grows, the warrior Clans face their greatest peril yet. Will Alderheart succeed in his quest, or will Darktail's reign of terror end the Clans forever? Dive into a world of epic adventure and thrilling intrigue as the fate of the Clans hangs in the balance.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2009

Sunrise

By Erin Hunter · Book #6 in the Warriors: Power of Three series

A shocking secret divides the Clans, threatening to claim another warrior's life.

318 pages· 74,348 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 22,688 ratings

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Summary: In the gripping finale of the Power of Three series, Hollyleaf, Jayfeather, and Lionblaze face the fallout of their true identities being exposed. As tensions rise, Clanmates turn against each other, and a lingering mystery threatens to tear the warrior Clans apart. With loyalties tested and danger lurking, will another warrior be lost forever? Dive into a world of fierce battles and unravel the secrets that could change everything.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2007

The Sight

By Erin Hunter · Book #1 in the Warriors: Power of Three series

Three young cats face a prophecy that threatens their world.

363 pages· 77,905 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 31,974 ratings

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Summary: In a world of warrior Clans, Hollypaw, Jaypaw, and Lionpaw, descendants of a legendary leader, discover they possess extraordinary powers. As a cryptic prophecy looms, secrets unravel, endangering the warrior code. Can these young apprentices harness their abilities to save their Clans from impending chaos? The fate of their world hangs in the balance, and their journey is just beginning.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2013

Battle of the Ampere

By Richard Paul Evans · Book #3 in the Michael Vey series

A teenager with electric powers must rescue his friends from an evil organization.

320 pages· 78,820 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 23,038 ratings

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Summary: Michael Vey is the only one free as his friends face trial for terrorism. With Dr. Hatch controlling the Elgen fleet and plotting global domination, Michael must rescue his friends and thwart Hatch's plans. But divisions within the Electroclan and Hatch's readiness for their attack make the mission perilous. Can Michael outsmart Hatch and save the world, or has his luck run out?

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Friendship And Loyalty Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about friendship and loyalty for developing and independent readers.

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Crystal Keepers

Ages 9–12 · 2015

A boy battles to fix magic and find friends in a realm of dreams.

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Unlocked

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A teenage girl navigates a magical world of elves and goblins while trying to uncover the truth about her past and her connection to a mysterious figure known as the moonlark.