Books About Kids Stuck At Home

The Best Kids Stuck At Home Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about kids stuck at home? 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 Kids Stuck At Home

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$574

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1992

Dinosaurs Before Dark

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel through time to the age of the dinosaurs

68 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 49,918 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie discover a mysterious tree house that transports them to the age of dinosaurs. Stranded in the prehistoric past, they must find a way back home before nightfall—or risk becoming a dinosaur's dinner. As they navigate this dangerous world, questions arise: Where did the tree house come from, and why does it hold such power? Their adventure is a race against time, filled with peril and wonder, as they uncover secrets that could change everything. Will they solve the mystery and escape, or will the prehistoric world claim them forever?

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1952

The Borrowers

By Mary Norton, Diana Stanley (Illustrator), Beth Krush (Illustrator), Joe Krush (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Borrowers series

A young girl discovers a hidden world of tiny people living in the walls of her family's old house.

Carnegie Medal for Writing (1952)

180 pages· 35,120 words· Est. 5 hour read

6.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 102,283 ratings

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Summary: The Clock family, tiny people living under a manor's floor, face a crisis when Pod is seen by a human boy. As their secret world teeters on exposure, they must decide whether to flee or fight to preserve their hidden life. Can Arrietty and her family outsmart the humans and remain unseen, or will their miniature existence be forever changed?

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$1699

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

The Secret Garden

By Frances Hodgson Burnett

A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.

352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read

6.4/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings

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Summary: Mary Lennox, orphaned and alone in her uncle's dreary mansion, discovers a key to a forbidden garden. As she unlocks its secrets, she steps into a magical world that changes everything. What mysteries lie within, and how will they alter her life forever?

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$1899

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1950

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

By C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Chronicles of Narnia series

Siblings enter a magical land trapped in winter, facing a powerful witch and awaiting a lion's return.

189 pages· 37,263 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.6/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,216,481 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Four siblings stumble into Narnia, a land cursed by eternal winter under the White Witch's rule. As hope fades, the Great Lion Aslan's return promises change and sacrifice. Will they overcome the witch's tyranny and restore Narnia's freedom? Discover a world of magic, courage, and destiny beyond the wardrobe.

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$2659

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2000

The Doll People

By Ann M. Martin, Laura Godwin · Book #1 in the The Doll People series

A century-old doll seeks adventure and mystery with new neighbors.

256 pages· 35,669 words· Est. 5 hour read

5.4/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,041 ratings

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Summary: Annabelle Doll, an eight-year-old china doll for over a century, lives a monotonous life in a dollhouse. Everything changes when the lively Funcrafts, a plastic doll family, move in. With Tiffany Funcraft's adventurous spirit, Annabelle embarks on a quest to unravel a long-standing family mystery. Will this new friendship lead to the excitement Annabelle craves, or will it uncover secrets best left hidden? Dive into a world where dolls come to life, and every day holds the promise of discovery.

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$2279

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1981

A Light in the Attic

By Shel Silverstein

A collection of humorous and whimsical poems for children.

175 pages· 10,016 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud

4.4/5 Goodreads · 482,347 ratings

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Summary: Step into a whimsical attic where imagination reigns. Meet Backward Bill, Sour Face Ann, and a Polar Bear in the Frigidaire. Discover what happens when knees are stolen, a mountain snores, and a camel wears a brassiere. Each poem unveils a world of hilarity and wonder, inviting readers to return again and again. Will you escape the Quick-Digesting Gink or solve the mystery of the Meehoo with an Exactlywatt? Shel Silverstein's enchanting collection promises laughter and surprises at every turn. Let the light in the attic guide you to a realm of delightful absurdity.

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15

The Diary of a Young Girl

By Anne Frank, Susan Massotty (Translator)

A young girl hides from Nazis, documenting her life in a secret attic, revealing courage and humanity's frailty.

400 pages· 100,270 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,309,129 ratings

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Summary: In Nazi-occupied Holland, thirteen-year-old Anne Frank hides with her family in a secret attic. Her diary captures the tension, fear, and fleeting moments of joy during their two-year confinement. As Anne navigates adolescence amidst the constant threat of discovery, her words reveal a profound resilience and a poignant glimpse into her inner world. This uncut edition unveils her complex relationship with her mother and her emerging self-awareness, offering a deeper understanding of her indomitable spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015

Everything, Everything

By Nicola Yoon

A girl allergic to the world risks everything for a forbidden love next door.

312 pages· 47,826 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 689,563 ratings

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Summary: Maddy has spent her life confined indoors, allergic to the world outside. Her existence is predictable until Olly moves in next door. Drawn to him, Maddy faces a choice: stay safe or risk everything for love. As their connection deepens, Maddy must decide if love is worth the ultimate gamble. Can she embrace the unknown, or will her condition keep her isolated forever? This heartwarming tale explores the boundaries of love and the courage to step beyond them.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

Among the Hidden

By Margaret Peterson Haddix, Cliff Nielsen (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Shadow Children series

A hidden third child discovers a risky plan to defy oppressive laws. Dare he join the fight?

153 pages· 32,099 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 133,067 ratings

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Summary: In a world where third children are forbidden, Luke has spent his life in hiding. When he spots another shadow child, Jen, in a nearby house, he faces a choice: remain in the shadows or join her daring plan against the Population Police. As danger looms, Luke must decide if he can risk everything for a chance at freedom. Will he step into the light or stay hidden forever?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1957

The Cat in the Hat

By Dr. Seuss

A rainy day spirals into chaos when an unexpected guest arrives with wild tricks.

61 pages· 1,621 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

4.7/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 597,454 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Dick and Sally are stuck indoors on a dreary day until a giant cat in a hat bursts in, promising fun and chaos. With his mischievous companions, Thing One and Thing Two, the cat turns their quiet home into a whirlwind of adventure. Can they restore order before their mother returns? Dive into this playful tale where every page brings a new surprise and a lesson in managing mayhem. Will the children find a way to balance fun and responsibility, or will the cat's antics leave a lasting mark on their day?

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