Books About Graduation · 33 titles considered

The Best Graduation Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about graduation? 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 Testing
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Graduation

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2013

The Testing

By Joelle Charbonneau · Book #1 in the The Testing series

Survive the deadly Testing or lose everything in a dystopian future.

325 pages· 95,038 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 85,295 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

The Tale of You

Peter Rabbit ventures into the world, facing challenges and finding his way home.

48 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 37 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

A Balloon for Isabel

Isabel defies rules to get a forbidden balloon on Graduation Day.

32 pages· 572 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 507 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Stay This Way Forever

By Linsey Davis, Lucy Fleming (Illustrator)

Celebrate a child's unique qualities and encourage them to stay this way forever.

32 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 210 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

A young person sets out on a journey of self-discovery and growth.

The National Education Association Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children (2007)
44 pages· 899 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 449,467 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2003

I Knew You Could!

A little engine inspires graduates to embrace new beginnings with determination.

32 pages· 862 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 645 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Starcrossed

Two friends' wishes lead them to unexpected worlds, testing their bond across time and space.

64 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 375 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2008

Mrs. Dole Is Out of Control!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the My Weird School Daze series

A second-grade class navigates the challenges of the last days of school, including a chaotic graduation ceremony.

112 pages· 7,830 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,208 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001

Junie B. Jones Is a Graduation Girl

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and prepares for graduation

72 pages· 6,597 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,136 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004

The Best Is Yet to Come

Abby's summer plans unravel when unexpected guests arrive, turning her world upside down.

144 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 506 ratings
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Graduation Picture Books

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

Curious You: On Your Way!

Ages 4–7 · 2008

Embark on new adventures with encouragement and dreams yet to explore.

The Berenstain Bears' Graduation Day

Ages 4–8 · 2014

Will Honey Bear join the graduation fun at Bear Country School?

Teachers Rock!
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Teachers Rock!

Ages 3–6 · 2016

Discover how teachers inspire and transform lives every day.

Here and Now
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Here and Now

Ages 4–7 · 2019

Discover the magic of mindfulness and the wonder of the present moment.

Becoming a Good Creature
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Becoming a Good Creature

Ages 4–7 · 2020

Discover life's lessons from animals on friendship and compassion in this enchanting tale.

Your Magnificent Chooser

Ages 3–6 · 2017

Discover the power of choices and how they shape us from childhood.

Will the Pigeon Graduate?

Ages 3–5

Will the Pigeon graduate or face unexpected hurdles?

Woo Hoo! You're Doing Great!

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Celebrate every effort with a joyful chicken's encouragement.

Graduation Day!

Ages 4–8

A child reflects on their last day of kindergarten.

Unicorn Academy #12: Isla and Buttercup

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Can Isla and her unicorn stop a magical theft and graduate?

You're on Your Way!

Ages 4–7

A bunny cheers you on, eager to join your next adventure. Where will you go together?

What Would You Wish For?

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Can a child's wish change the world? Discover the power of kindness.

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Graduation Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about graduation for developing and independent readers.

The Graduation Day Mystery

Ages 7–10 · 2011

A special gift vanishes at a graduation. Can a young sleuth solve the mystery before the celebration is ruined?

Graduation Day

Ages 12–+ · 2014

In a future on the brink of war, a survivor must end a deadly test. Who can she trust?

Wizards Don't Wear Graduation Gowns

Ages 7–10 · 2002

Is the new assistant principal a wizard with a wild graduation plan?

Cupcakes Are Forever

Ages 8–11 · 2017

Kylie's future is uncertain as she faces graduation and a potential move. Can she keep her cupcake club alive?

Most Valuable Players
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Most Valuable Players

Ages 8–12 · 2019

Will Rip and Red risk graduation for a cause they believe in?

Lil Mouse Is in the House!

Ages 6–10 · 2022

A third-grader navigates the challenges of school and friendships while trying to figure out the truth about his school's mysterious events.

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