Books About Leaving Home · 25 titles considered

The Best Leaving Home Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about leaving 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.

Stuart Little
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Leaving Home

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1945

Stuart Little

By E.B. White, Garth Williams (Illustrator)

A tiny mouse embarks on a daring quest to find his missing friend.

131 pages· 18,804 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 134,783 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Withering-by-Sea

An orphan uncovers a dark secret and must outsmart a sinister magician.

288 pages· 46,813 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 2,138 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

School for Skylarks

Evacuated to a chaotic manor, Lyla discovers unexpected friendships amid wartime upheaval.

352 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 91 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

She Loves You

A girl seeks Beatles fame to win back her social status and distant father.

256 pages· 39,915 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 880 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

Wherever You Go

Embark on a journey with friends to discover magical worlds beyond your doorstep.

32 pages· 387 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,089 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

Edmund Unravels

A yarn ball's adventure reveals the joy of exploration and the warmth of home.

36 pages
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 384 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Yellow Kayak

By Nina Laden, Melissa Castrillón (Illustrator), Melissa Castrillon (Illustrator)

A boy and his friend embark on an unexpected sea adventure full of wonder.

32 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 846 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Piglette

By Katelyn Aronson, Eva Byrne (Illustrator)

A piglet seeks perfection in Paris but discovers the true scent of home.

40 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 256 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 44–8 · 2020

The Bold, Brave Bunny

By Beth Ferry, Chow Hon Lam (Illustrator)

A bunny's solo adventure leads to unexpected discoveries and a longing for home.

32 pages· 371 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 514 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Blown Away

A penguin's kite adventure leads to unexpected discoveries about home.

40 pages· 288 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 777 ratings
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Leaving Home Picture Books

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

The Very Fluffy Kitty, Papillon

Ages 5–6 · 2016

A fluffy cat floats away, seeking adventure and a way back home.

Inky the Octopus

Ages 4–10 · 2018

An octopus plots a daring escape from an aquarium to the open sea. Can he succeed?

Lady Liberty's Holiday

Ages 2–7 · 2016

The Statue of Liberty takes a vacation across America. Will she return?

Stay, Little Seed

Ages 4–7 · 2009

A seed defies the wind, choosing to stay. Can it thrive alone?

The Littlest Train

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A tiny toy train embarks on a big adventure. Can it find its way home?

River Friendly, River Wild

Ages 4–8 · 2000

A family flees a rising river, leaving behind their cat. Will they find safety and a home to return to?

Madeline and the Gypsies

Ages 3–7 · 1958

Madeline and Pepito join a carnival with gypsies. What adventures await?

Dave's Cave

Ages 3–7 · 2018

Dave searches for a better cave but discovers there's no place like home.

The Acrobat

Ages 4–8 · 2013

An acrobat seeks a new audience, but will anyone notice his talents?

Inky's Great Escape

Ages 5–10 · 2017

An octopus plans a daring escape from the aquarium. Will he succeed?

Mossy

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A turtle's freedom is lost in a museum; can she find her way back home?

Snowie Rolie
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Snowie Rolie

Ages 4–7 · 2000

Olie's snowman friend is melting. Can they save him before it's too late?

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