Books About Human Evolution

The Best Human Evolution Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about human evolution? 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 3 Favorite Books About Human Evolution

How Humans Took Over the World
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2022

How Humans Took Over the World

By Yuval Noah Harari, Ricard Zaplana Ruiz (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Unstoppable Us series

Discover how humans became the planet's most dominant species.

208 pages· 30,926 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 4,388 ratings
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Summary: Explore the incredible journey of humankind from survival to dominance. Uncover how early humans harnessed fire, navigated by stars, and eventually reached the moon. What secrets made us unstoppable? Dive into this illustrated adventure to find out.
What Was the Ice Age?
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

What Was the Ice Age?

The book explores the history of the Ice Age, its impact on the environment and human evolution, and the current state of the planet's climate.

112 pages· 7,643 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 398 ratings
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Summary: Step back 20,000 years to an icy Earth where glaciers dominate and survival is a daily struggle. Witness the evolution of creatures like woolly mammoths and saber-toothed cats, alongside Neanderthals and early humans. As glaciers reshape the planet, discover how these beings adapt to a harsh, ever-changing world. Will they endure or succumb to the relentless cold?
Chimpanzees
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Picture Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013

Chimpanzees

Explore the fascinating world of chimpanzees and their connection to humans.

48 pages· 4,655 words· Est. 36 min read-aloud
3.7 Goodreads · 6 ratings
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Summary: Discover the captivating world of chimpanzees, where long arms swing and hands grip. This engaging book offers a deep dive into their anatomy, diet, and habitat, while exploring their historical ties with humans. With vivid photos and intriguing facts, it also highlights conservation efforts and includes an African folktale, enriching your understanding of these remarkable primates. What secrets do these great apes hold?