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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
I Want to Be a Doctor
A young boy visits the hospital with his family after his brother gets hurt.
32 pages· 538 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 494 ratings
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Books About Hospitals · 45 titles considered
The Best Hospitals Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about hospitals? 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 Hospitals
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1939
Madeline
A young girl named Madeline has her appendix removed and her friends want to have the same experience.
54 pages· 436 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 220,411 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
Hospital Friends
Join a hospital adventure and discover new friends and fascinating places.
24 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 192 ratings
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Rare Birds
By Jeff Miller
A boy's quest to save his mom leads him into Florida's swamps, searching for a rare bird and himself.
288 pages· 52,423 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 361 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016
The Midnight Gang
A hospital stay turns into a magical adventure for five children.
478 pages· 44,679 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,270 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1966
Curious George Goes to the Hospital
A curious monkey's hospital adventure begins after swallowing a puzzle piece.
48 pages· 1,978 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 40,169 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2022
As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow
A young woman must choose between fleeing war-torn Syria or fighting for freedom.
417 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 136,401 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016
The Midnight Gang
Children embark on magical adventures in a hospital at midnight.
480 pages· 35,016 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,270 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–11 · 2019
Good Enough
A girl battles her eating disorder and a secretive roommate in a fight for recovery.
272 pages· 56,207 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,941 ratings
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Hospitals Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about hospitals for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Merry Christmas, Curious George
Ages 4–7 · 2006
A curious monkey gets separated from his friend and ends up at a hospital where he decorates a Christmas tree and helps the patients have a better day.
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$1595
Dr. White
Ages 5–8 · 1999
A small dog brings hope to sick children daily.
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$799
Emma Kate
Ages 3–5 · 2005
Emma Kate's imaginary friend hides a surprising secret.
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$399
My Trip to the Hospital
Ages 4–8 · 2005
A broken leg leads to Little Critter's first hospital adventure.
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$599
Doctor Maisy
Ages 2–5 · 2001
Maisy heals Panda, but who will heal Maisy?
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You're in Good Paws
Ages 3–7 · 2019
Leo's hospital visit turns wild when animals run the show.
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$399
Clifford Visits the Hospital
Ages 4–8 · 2000
A mysterious journey unfolds with unexpected challenges.
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$799
Maisy Goes to the Hospital
Ages 2–5 · 2007
A trampoline mishap sends Maisy to the hospital. What will she discover there?
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$1799
The Doll Hospital
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Toys flood the Doll Hospital. Can Dr. Pegs handle the chaos alone?
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$1599
Noah's Garden
Ages 3–6 · 2010
A boy's imagination transforms a hospital garden as he awaits his sister's recovery.
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$1899
The Hospital Book
Ages 4–8 · 2021
A young girl faces her fears during a hospital visit.
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Sometimes
Ages 5–7 · 2011
Siblings find joy and courage in a hospital's daunting halls.
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Hospitals Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about hospitals for developing and independent readers.
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The Race Across America
Ages 7–10 · 2009
A mouse participates in a cross-country bicycle race to raise money for a hospital.
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Christmas Catastrophe
Ages 7–10 · 2005
A ski trip gone wrong threatens Christmas for a reluctant adventurer.
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The Lonely Lake Monster
Ages 6–10 · 2013
A daring rescue mission unfolds when a creature captures an apprentice by the lake.
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Bubble
Ages 8–10 · 2016
A boy's chance to leave his hospital bubble sparks hope and uncertainty.
New Beginnings
Ages 8–12 · 2014
A girl haunted by her brother's illness crosses paths with a mysterious being who has come to help her find her voice.
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The Valentine Baby Mystery
Ages 7–9 · 2005
A hospital visit turns mysterious when something valuable vanishes. Can it be found before a new sibling arrives?
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$1999
Heaven is for Real
Ages 10–+ · 2010
A boy's near-death experience reveals a vivid journey to heaven, challenging his family's beliefs.
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$795
Claude in the City
Ages 7–9 · 2011
A dog and his sock puppet sidekick embark on a city adventure, foiling a robbery and healing patients.
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$1095
Kasey & Ivy
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A young girl finds humor and friendship during a hospital stay for a rare bone disease.
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$1799
Instructions for a Secondhand Heart
Ages 14–99 · 2017
A heart transplant connects two lives, forcing them to confront grief and unexpected love.
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$1599
Jake
Ages 8–12 · 2010
A boy's unexpected Christmas with his estranged grandfather reveals the true meaning of family.
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$1299
Big Bad Wolf
Ages 4–8 · 2013
A wolf chokes at the hospital; what did he eat?