Books About Kangaroos

The Best Kangaroos Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about kangaroos? 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.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Kangaroos

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1987

Norma Jean, Jumping Bean

By Joanna Cole, Lynn Munsinger (Illustrator) · Step into Reading Book series

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

48 pages· 718 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 299 ratings

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Summary: Norma Jean, a spirited kangaroo, loves to jump, but her enthusiasm leads to mishaps and upset friends. She stops jumping altogether, but when the school's field day arrives, will she find the courage to leap back into action and win the day? Discover how Norma Jean navigates friendship and competition in this charming tale.

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$1049

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2023

That's Not My Koala...

By Fiona Watt, Rachel Wells (Illustrator) · That's Not My. . . series

Discover five koalas with textures and surprises on every page.

10 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 157 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: Join the adventure with five charming koalas in a sensory journey. Each page offers bold illustrations and textures to explore, with a hidden mouse waiting to be found. Perfect for developing sensory and language skills, this delightful book invites young readers to touch, feel, and discover the world of koalas in a playful and engaging way. Can you find the mouse on every page?

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$1597

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020

The Pocket Chaotic

By Ziggy Hanaor, Daniel Gray-Barnett (Illustrator)

A young kangaroo struggles with his mom's cluttered pouch and seeks independence.

32 pages

5.3/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 98 ratings

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Summary: Alexander, a young kangaroo, loves his mom's cozy pouch, but her clutter drives him crazy. As his sister teases him about growing up, Alexander faces a choice: embrace independence or stay in the comfort of his mom's pocket. When the pouch overflows with random items, Alexander decides it's time to move out. Can he create a new space that feels just like home? This heartwarming tale explores the balance between holding on and letting go, with a playful twist on growing up.

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Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 1998

I Love You, Blue Kangaroo!

By Emma Chichester Clark · Book #1 in the Blue Kangaroo series

A beloved toy fears being replaced. Will he find his way back to his best friend?

32 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 608 ratings

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Summary: Blue Kangaroo, Lily's cherished toy, feels threatened as new stuffed animals join the collection. Fearing there's no room for him, he disappears, prompting Lily to search high and low. As she realizes none of the new toys can replace her first love, will Blue Kangaroo find his way back to her arms? Discover the heartwarming journey of friendship and belonging.

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1944

Katy No-Pocket

By Emmy Payne, H. A. Rey (Illustrator)

A kangaroo without a pouch seeks a solution.

32 pages· 1,392 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,800 ratings

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Summary: Katy Kangaroo faces a dilemma: how to carry her son without a pouch. Her quest leads her to unexpected discoveries and a surprising helper. Will she find the perfect solution?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

I Love It When You Smile

By Sam McBratney, Charles Fuge (Illustrator)

Can a muddy hole turn a grumpy day around?

32 pages

4.1/5 Goodreads · 811 ratings

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Summary: Little Roo wakes up feeling grumpy, and nothing his mother tries can lift his spirits. But when she discovers a deep, wide, muddy hole, everything changes. Can this unexpected find bring a smile to Little Roo's face? Join this delightful tale of a mother's love and a surprising solution that promises laughter and joy, even on the gloomiest days.

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2019

Noni the Pony Rescues a Joey

By Alison Lester · Noni the Pony series

A pony and friends help a lost joey find his family.

32 pages

5.0/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 129 ratings

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Summary: Noni the Pony, along with Dave Dog and Coco the Cat, embarks on an adventure to help a lost wallaby joey find his family. As they roam the hills near Waratah Bay, they enlist the help of their animal friends, from koalas to wombats. Can they reunite the joey with his family? Join this heartwarming quest filled with friendship and discovery.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Noodlephant

By Jacob Kramer, K-Fai Steele (Illustrator)

Noodle-loving elephant defies kangaroo law with a pasta-making machine.

80 pages

3.9/5 Goodreads · 470 ratings

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Summary: Noodlephant, an elephant with a passion for pasta, faces a new law banning noodles for non-kangaroos. Refusing to accept this injustice, she and her friends create a machine that turns everyday items into pasta. As they celebrate their culinary victory, the kangaroos arrive to enforce their unfair rules. Will Noodlephant's inventive spirit and community support be enough to challenge the kangaroo's authority? Dive into a whimsical tale of creativity, friendship, and standing up against unfairness, where every noodle counts in the fight for equality.

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$1899

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Marsupial Sue

By John Lithgow, Jack E. Davis (Illustrator)

A young kangaroo seeks a new identity but finds joy in being herself.

40 pages· 380 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

3.9/5 Goodreads · 474 ratings

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Summary: Sue, a young kangaroo, is tired of her bouncy life and sets out to find a new way of being. She tries climbing like a koala and swimming like a platypus, but nothing feels right. Joining a group of wallabies, Sue discovers that being a kangaroo might be just what she needs. Will Sue embrace her true self, or continue her search for something better? This charming tale encourages children to find happiness in who they are, with a delightful rhythm that invites singing along.

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$1899

Chapter Book · 2010

The Avengers

By Brian Michael Bendis, John Romita Jr. (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Avengers series

A new Avengers team must stop Kang the Conqueror from the future.

112 pages· 9,602 words

3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,883 ratings

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Summary: In a pivotal moment for Marvel, a new Avengers team forms to face Kang the Conqueror, a time-traveling menace from the future. As the Heroic Age dawns, who will rise to the challenge? With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the Avengers must unite against a threat that could unravel time itself. Can they assemble in time to thwart Kang's mysterious plans, or will the future be forever altered? Discover the explosive beginnings of a legendary team in this thrilling Marvel saga.

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