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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1992
Dinosaurs Before Dark
Two siblings travel through time to the age of the dinosaurs
68 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 49,767 ratings
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Books About History · 5,236 titles considered
The Best History Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about history? 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 History
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017
Refugee
By Alan Gratz
Three children flee their war-torn homes, facing perilous journeys for a chance at refuge and hope.
338 pages· 65,632 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 86,160 ratings
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010
A Long Walk to Water
Two Sudanese children face perilous journeys for survival and hope.
128 pages· 20,925 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 107,590 ratings
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Orange for the Sunsets
By Tina Athaide
Two friends face a regime's ultimatum, testing their bond and redefining home.
336 pages· 49,862 words· Est. 7 hour read
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 962 ratings
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1882
Treasure Island
A young boy discovers a pirate's treasure map, but danger lurks on the high seas.
336 pages· 67,946 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 551,775 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021
A Place to Hang the Moon
By Kate Albus
Three siblings seek a forever home amidst wartime chaos and secrets.
320 pages· 62,475 words· Est. 7 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.6/5 Goodreads · 24,793 ratings
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1941
The Moffats
A family navigates the challenges of everyday life in a small town.
212 pages· 40,253 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 11,284 ratings
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Graphic Nov.
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$2849
Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015
Timeline
By Peter Goes
Explore history's timeline from the Big Bang to future wonders.
80 pages
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 434 ratings
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932
Little House in the Big Woods
By Laura Ingalls Wilder, Garth Williams (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little House on the Prairie series
A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.
238 pages· 33,170 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 290,632 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2007
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
A hidden life in a Paris station unravels with a cryptic message.
Caldecott Medal (2008)The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2007)
533 pages· 24,938 words· Est. 3 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 191,208 ratings
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Browse by age
History Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about history for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$799
This Little Trailblazer
Ages 3–5 · 2017
Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.
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$1599
Audrey Hepburn
Ages 2–4 · 2015
Discover how a dream led Audrey Hepburn from war-torn Europe to Hollywood stardom.
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$899
This Little Artist
Ages 3–5 · 2019
Discover artists who changed history in this vibrant board book for young creators.
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$1199
Dinosaur Surprise
Ages 3–5 · 2020
Unfold flaps to reveal animals transforming into dinosaurs!
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$1599
Marie Curie
Ages 2–4 · 2016
Discover Marie Curie's journey from childhood dreams to groundbreaking scientific achievements.
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$1499
Pride and Prejudice
Ages 3–6 · 2017
Discover love and wit in a classic tale with interactive fun.
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$899
We Are Music
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Explore music's journey from beats to diverse genres, discovering the human connection in every note.
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$999
Inventors Who Changed the World
Ages 3–8 · 2018
Discover the inventors who shaped our world with their groundbreaking ideas.
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$799
This Little Scientist
Ages 3–5 · 2018
Discover the groundbreaking scientists who changed history in this vibrant board book.
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$899
This Little President
Ages 3–5 · 2016
Discover the big jobs of little presidents in this colorful history primer.
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$799
This Little Dreamer
Ages 3–5 · 2020
Discover dreamers who shaped history in this inspiring board book.
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$899
Dream Big, Little One
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Discover 18 women who defied odds and changed history.
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History Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about history for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$2245
The Bravest Dog Ever
Ages 5–8
A sled dog races through Alaska to deliver life-saving medicine.
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$799
The Parker Inheritance
Ages 8–12 · 2018
A hidden letter reveals a mystery and a fortune. Can Candice and Brandon solve it before it's lost forever?
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$1700
A Wreath for Emmett Till
Ages 12–18 · 2005
A boy's tragic fate ignites a movement against injustice.
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$599
George Washington and the General's Dog
Ages 5–8
A biography of George Washington's life, highlighting his love for animals and his role in the American Revolution.
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$599
The Best Seat in Second Grade
Ages 5–7 · 2005
A boy secretly takes his classroom hamster on a field trip to the science museum, leading to unexpected adventures and discoveries.
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$1699
We Dream of Space
Ages 8–12 · 2020
Three siblings face personal struggles as the Challenger launch looms, altering their lives forever.
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$599
Fancy Nancy at the Museum
Ages 4–6 · 2008
A young girl's class goes on a field trip to a museum.
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$399
Dinosaur Days
Ages 5–8 · 1985
A book about dinosaurs and their world.
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$599
Danny and the Dinosaur
Ages 4–8 · 1958
A boy befriends a dinosaur that comes to life in a museum.
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$499
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Peaceful Leader
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how peaceful protest changed history.
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$599
Take a Hike, Teddy Roosevelt!
Ages 4–7 · 2015
Discover how a determined leader defied odds to protect nature.
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$1699
Harriet Tubman
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover Harriet Tubman's daring escapes and secret missions during the Civil War.
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History Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about history for developing and independent readers.
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$899
Bud, Not Buddy
Ages 9–12 · 1999
A boy's quest to find his father leads him on an unforgettable journey during the Great Depression.
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$999
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Ages 10–14 · 1976
A family's land is their lifeblood amidst racism and turmoil.
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$899
From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
Ages 8–12 · 1967
A young girl runs away from home with her brother to live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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$899
Echo Mountain
Ages 9–13 · 2020
In the wilderness, Ellie seeks healing secrets to save her comatose father.
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$1999
Bridge to Terabithia
Ages 9–12 · 1977
A friendship forged in imagination faces a tragic test, altering two worlds forever.
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$899
The Story Collector
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A library prank spirals into a quest to uncover a ghost and a missing stamp collection.
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$1799
Number the Stars
Ages 10–12 · 1989
A young girl helps hide her friend from Nazi forces in occupied Denmark.
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$1299
Brown Girl Dreaming
Ages 10–13 · 2014
A young girl finds her voice amidst the echoes of Jim Crow and Civil Rights awakening.
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$1695
Horton Halfpott
Ages 8–12 · 2011
A loosened corset leads to chaos and a missing heirloom. Who's to blame?
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$999
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Ages 11–15 · 1958
A girl faces witchcraft accusations in colonial Connecticut, torn between belonging and truth.
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$1699
The Language of Spells
Ages 10–14 · 2018
A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.
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$999
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Ages 10–13
Alone on a desolate island, a girl battles nature and wild dogs for survival.