Books About Habits And Behavior · 885 titles considered

The Best Habits And Behavior Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about habits and behavior? 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.

Missy Piggle-Wiggle and the Whatever Cure
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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Habits And Behavior

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Missy Piggle-Wiggle and the Whatever Cure

By Ann M. Martin, Annie Parnell, Ben Hatke (Illustrator) · Missy Piggle-Wiggle series

Missy Piggle-Wiggle tackles childhood misbehavior with quirky cures in a magical house.

272 pages· 37,389 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 961 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1964

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

A poor boy finds a golden ticket to visit a mysterious and magical chocolate factory

164 pages· 31,115 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 947,100 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Unteachables

A burned-out teacher meets a class of misfits. Can chaos lead to redemption?

304 pages· 50,930 words· Est. 7 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 20,419 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2009

Bad Kitty Gets a Bath

A person tries to give a cat a bath.

144 pages· 2,875 words· Est. 32 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 10,019 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Fish in a Tree

A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.

288 pages· 48,663 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 87,403 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2007

Today I Will Fly!

Can Piggie defy gravity and fly, or will Gerald's doubts ground her dreams?

57 pages· 180 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 17,320 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Ban This Book

A fourth grader battles censorship to save her favorite book from being banned.

256 pages· 45,851 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 16,619 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

Because of Mr. Terupt

By Rob Buyea · Book #1 in the Mr. Terupt series

A teacher's accident tests if his students can uphold the lessons he taught them.

336 pages· 36,797 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 46,830 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2010

In a Class by Himself

By Lincoln Peirce · Book #1 in the Big Nate series

A sixth-grader navigates the challenges of middle school, including a difficult teacher, a crush on a classmate, and a quest to break a world record.

224 pages· 14,315 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 53,506 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Definitely Dominguita: Knight of the Cape

A young girl becomes a knight to prove herself and rescue those in need.

144 pages· 14,808 words· Est. 3 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 195 ratings
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Habits And Behavior Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about habits and behavior for the youngest readers and listeners.

Little Pea

Ages 0–5 · 2005

A little pea refuses to eat sweets. Can he find a way to enjoy them?

Little Oink

Ages 2–5 · 2009

A tidy pig must learn to make a mess to fit in.

The Nice Book

Ages 0–3 · 2008

Discover playful animals teaching kindness and manners in delightful ways.

Tacky the Penguin

Ages 3–6 · 1988

An odd penguin's quirks might save his colony from danger.

Flamingos Fly

Ages 1–3 · 2017

Explore the lively world of animals in a playful, rhyming adventure.

Olivia

Ages 2–5 · 2000

A lively pig's day of adventures ends with a well-earned rest.

No!

Ages 2–4 · 2013

Otto's new favorite word is 'no,' but can it solve his bad day at school?

You Are a Raccoon!
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You Are a Raccoon!

Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover the secret nighttime world of raccoons in this playful exploration.

Kindness Makes Us Strong

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover how small acts of kindness build strong communities.

If Everybody Did

Ages 2–5 · 1989

Discover the ripple effects of everyday actions.

Good Morning, Farm Friends
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Good Morning, Farm Friends

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Farm animals wake up for a busy day. Is everyone ready?

Oh, David!

Ages 0–5 · 2005

A toddler's antics test patience but never love.

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Habits And Behavior Picture Books

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

The Digging-est Dog

Ages 4–7 · 1967

A dog learns to dig and unearths unexpected chaos in town.

The Very Bad Bunny

Ages 6–8 · 1984

P.J. Funnybunny's family discovers true mischief when cousin Binky visits.

Little Witch's Big Night

Ages 5–8 · 1984

Little Witch defies orders, taking trick-or-treaters on magical broomstick rides.

Norma Jean, Jumping Bean
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Norma Jean, Jumping Bean

Ages 5–8 · 1987

A young girl learns to control her impulses and find the right time and place for her energetic behavior.

Don't Throw It to Mo!
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Don't Throw It to Mo!

Ages 6–8 · 2015

A young football player proves himself despite his small size

Little Witch Goes to School

Ages 5–8 · 1998

A young witch must be bad to attend school. Will she succeed or cause chaos?

Tooth Trouble

Ages 6–9 · 2004

Freddy's desperate to lose a tooth, but his plan might land him in big trouble.

Can a Cat Do That?
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Can a Cat Do That?

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Can a cat fly like a butterfly? Discover the answer in this beginner's reading adventure.

Madeline's Tea Party

Ages 6–8 · 2011

A tea party turns chaotic when a mischievous guest arrives. Can friendship mend the mess?

The Cat in the Hat Comes Back

Ages 4–7 · 1958

Two children are left alone on a snowy day when the Cat in the Hat appears and creates chaos.

Picky Nicky

Ages 3–5 · 1996

A picky eater faces a clever family plan to change her ways.

Hi, Jack!

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A story about a mischievous boy named Jack and his adventures with his friends Rex and the Lady.

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Habits And Behavior Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about habits and behavior for developing and independent readers.

OCDaniel

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A boy's secret OCD is exposed by a mysterious note, altering his world.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Ages 8–11 · 1972

A young boy struggles to cope with the challenges of having a pesky little brother who gets into all sorts of trouble, while navigating the ups and downs of childhood and family life

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A birthday surprise turns friendship into turmoil. Can Anna mend the rift with Sadie?

Pool Party Puzzler

Ages 7–9 · 2015

A pool party is sabotaged. Can Nancy solve the mystery before it's too late?

Spirit Hunters

Ages 8–12 · 2017

A new home, eerie memories, and a brother acting strange. Can Harper uncover the haunting truth?

Frankly, Frannie
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Frankly, Frannie

Ages 6–8 · 2010

Frannie seizes a radio host's absence as her big break, but can she handle the unexpected questions?

The Best of Iggy

Ages 8–11 · 2020

Iggy's best idea turns into a disaster. What did he do?

Dead End in Norvelt

Ages 11–15 · 2011

Grounded for life, a boy uncovers secrets in his town's obituaries, leading to unexpected adventures.

Surviving the Applewhites
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Surviving the Applewhites

Ages 8–12 · 2002

A rebellious boy meets his match in a quirky family's home school. Can he survive the chaos?

Trouble Magnet

Ages 7–11 · 2009

Calvin juggles school chaos and a new babysitter invading his space.

EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken
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EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken

Ages 6–8 · 2011

An eight-year-old boy navigates the challenges of elementary school and a bully who targets him.

The Shark Report

Ages 6–8 · 2020

A boy befriends a shark and learns about its habits and characteristics, but their friendship is put to the test when a deep-sea fisherman comes to town.

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