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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1962
The Wolves of Willoughby Chase
Two girls must escape a cruel governess to save their home.
181 pages· 42,609 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 22,687 ratings
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Books About Governesses · 10 titles considered
The Best Governesses Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about governesses? 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 Governesses
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015
The Unmapped Sea
By Maryrose Wood, Eliza Wheeler (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
A family curse threatens a new life. Can secrets at the seaside break it?
416 pages· 79,222 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,367 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
The Long-Lost Home
By Maryrose Wood, Eliza Wheeler (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
Can Penelope break the family curse before the next full moon seals their fate?
440 pages· 88,167 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,345 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013
The Interrupted Tale
By Maryrose Wood, Eliza Wheeler (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
A governess must prove her students' worth to save her school and job amidst chaos.
385 pages· 74,091 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,451 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012
The Unseen Guest
By Maryrose Wood, Jon Klassen (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
Wolf-raised children and their governess face family secrets and a runaway ostrich. Will they return to their wild ways?
340 pages· 66,398 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,533 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010
The Hidden Gallery
By Maryrose Wood, Jon Klassen (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
Wolf-raised children and their governess uncover secrets in London, facing wild challenges and mysterious pasts.
320 pages· 59,014 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 10,602 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–5 · 2013
Jane Eyre (Graphic Novel)
Discover classic tales through simple words and felted scenes for young readers.
24 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 193 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009
The Mysterious Howling
By Maryrose Wood, Jon Klassen (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series
A young governess must tame wild children with mysterious origins before a grand ball.
272 pages· 51,291 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 23,382 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2005
Nanny McPhee
By Christianna Brand, Edward Ardizzone (Illustrator)
Chaos reigns until a mysterious nanny arrives to tame the unruly children.
300 pages· 60,417 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,498 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2012
Jane Eyre
Introduce toddlers to classic literature with a stylish twist.
22 pages
3.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 900 ratings
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