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The Best Hunting Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about hunting? 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.

A Court of Thorns and Roses
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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Hunting

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1961

Where the Red Fern Grows

By Wilson Rawls · Book #1 in the Where the Red Fern Grows series

A boy's dream of owning two dogs leads to triumph and tragedy in the Ozarks.

282 pages· 76,899 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
6.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 448,464 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 15–18 · 2015

A Court of Thorns and Roses

A huntress faces a deadly faerie world and a growing dark threat.

419 pages· 129,432 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,492,968 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 1–2 · 1989

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

A family embarks on a thrilling adventure to find a bear. What awaits them in the dark cave?

36 pages· 410 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 48,827 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019

The Moose of Ewenki

A hunter bonds with an orphaned moose calf, but must eventually let go.

60 pages· 1,313 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 198 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

The Girl Who Lost a Leopard

A girl must outsmart hunters to save her leopard friend.

224 pages· 32,529 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 408 ratings
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Chapter Book · 1998

Hunter x Hunter, Vol. 01

A boy's quest to find his father leads him into a perilous world of Hunters and a deadly exam.

184 pages· 7,160 words
4.5/5 Goodreads · 70,254 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Wild Life

A boy and his dog face the wild, uncovering family secrets and survival truths.

208 pages· 33,944 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,985 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2017

Artemis (Graphic Novel)

Book #9 in the Olympians series

A goddess shunned at birth finds power in solitude and a bow.

80 pages· 906 words· Est. 9 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,528 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1945

Big Red

A boy and his dog face a deadly bear in the wild.

218 pages· 57,713 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 17,936 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Crow Call

By Lois Lowry, Bagram Ibatoulline (Illustrator)

A girl and her father reconnect in post-WWII America.

32 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,334 ratings
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Hunting Picture Books

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

Oh, A-Hunting We Will Go

Ages 4–8 · 1974

Join a whimsical hunt with children chasing creatures, from foxes to dinosaurs, in a playful adventure.

Wild, Wild Wolves

Ages 5–8 · 1992

Discover the secrets of wolves, nature's misunderstood creatures.

Regina is NOT a Little Dinosaur

Ages 3–7 · 2021

A young dinosaur's quest for independence leads to unexpected challenges and hilarious mishaps.

The Biggest Bear

Ages 4–7 · 1952

A boy's quest for a bear leads to an unexpected, growing challenge.

The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night

Ages 4–7 · 1961

A cunning fox prowls a quiet town, seeking a meal under the autumn moon.

Cat Traps

Ages 4–6 · 1996

Cat's snack plan backfires, leading to unexpected trouble.

Hoot, Owl!
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Hoot, Owl!

Ages 3–5 · 2015

Discover the secrets of snowy owls.

Gobble It Up!

Ages 4–8 · 2008

Predators hunt prey in a wild feast of survival.

Maggi and Milo

Ages 3–5 · 2014

A girl and her dog embark on a challenging frog-hunting adventure.

Hunting with Shotguns

Ages 9–11 · 2014

This book explains the role of shotguns in hunting, covering their mechanics, uses for different game, and essential safety and legal practices.

Upland Hunting

Ages 9–11 · 2010

This book explores the practice of upland game bird hunting, the role of hunting dogs, and the skills, safety rules, and responsibilities involved in the sport.

Deer Hunting

Ages 9–11 · 2010

Discover essential tips for young deer hunters seeking adventure and safety in the wild.

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Hunting Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about hunting for developing and independent readers.

Brian's Hunt

Ages 10–15 · 2003

A wounded dog leads Brian on a perilous journey into the unknown wilderness.

Father Water, Mother Woods

Ages 9–12 · 1994

Experience the wilds of Minnesota through thrilling and humorous outdoor adventures.

Rescue Josh McGuire
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Rescue Josh McGuire

Ages 5–12 · 1991

A boy's quest to save a bear cub turns into a fight for survival in the mountains.

Evangeline of the Bayou

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A young haunt huntress faces a secret in New Orleans that could change everything.

Daniel Boone

Ages 8–12 · 1943

Dive into history with engaging tales of iconic figures.

Never Say Die

Ages 8–12 · 2013

Stranded in the Arctic, two brothers face a monstrous bear and their own fears.

Where the World Ends

Ages 12–18 · 2017

Eight boys stranded at sea fight for survival against nature's fury.

The Magic Finger

Ages 8–12 · 1966

A young girl's magical powers wreak havoc on her neighbors, teaching them a lesson about the consequences of their actions.

Tracker

Ages 10–14 · 1984

A boy's hunt becomes a quest for meaning beyond survival.

Old Wolf

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A gamer and a wolf's worlds collide in a desperate hunt for survival.

Terror at Deadwood Lake
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Terror at Deadwood Lake

Ages 12–18 · 2014

A hunting trip turns deadly with wolves, avalanches, and a giant bear.

The Hunt for Scarface
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The Hunt for Scarface

Ages 12–18 · 2014

Twins hunt a legendary turkey, uncovering a life-changing secret.

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