Books About Legacy

The Best Legacy Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about legacy? 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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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Legacy

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Chapter Book · 2024

Jujutsu Kaisen, Vol. 26

By Gege Akutami · Book #26 in the Jujutsu Kaisen series

A demon's power could save a friend or doom the world.

192 pages· 4,122 words

4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,998 ratings

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Summary: Yuji Itadori swallows a demon fragment to save his friend, plunging into a supernatural war. As cursed spirits threaten humanity, sorcerers battle to protect the living. The epic clash between Gojo and Sukuna escalates, with the balance of power hanging by a thread. When Sukuna summons Mahoraga, will darkness prevail?

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$1899

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

The Book of Anansi

By Angie Thomas · Nic Blake and the Remarkables series

A hidden prophecy, a dangerous power, and a legendary artifact threaten Nic's newfound life.

480 pages· 102,993 words· Est. 14.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 330 ratings

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Summary: Nic Blake's dreams of heroism and belonging are shattered when a vengeful outcast and a secret prophecy threaten her future. With a mysterious cult demanding the elusive Book of Anansi, Nic must rely on her brother Alex and friend JP to unravel ancient mysteries and protect her cherished home and family. Can she control her new power and uncover the truth before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2016

My Hero Academia, Vol. 11

By Kohei Horikoshi · Book #11 in the My Hero Academia series

A hero's power is tested as villains plot to destroy the greatest hero.

208 pages· 8,796 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.6/5 Goodreads · 11,019 ratings

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Summary: In a world where most have superpowers, Midoriya inherits the mightiest Quirk. But when his friend Bakugo is kidnapped by villains, a daring rescue mission unfolds. As heroes unite, the sinister All for One emerges, threatening to defeat the legendary All Might. Can Midoriya and his allies save the day, or will darkness prevail?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2021

One Piece, Vol. 99

By Eiichiro Oda · Book #99 in the One Piece series

A pirate's quest for the ultimate treasure pits him against powerful foes and unexpected allies.

200 pages· 7,344 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.7/5 Goodreads · 3,855 ratings

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Summary: Monkey D. Luffy, a rubber-bodied pirate, dreams of becoming King of the Pirates. His quest for the legendary One Piece leads him to a showdown with the formidable Kaido. As Luffy ascends Onigashima, his crew faces overwhelming odds in their own battles. Will surprise allies turn the tide in this epic adventure? Discover the fate of the Straw Hats as they fight for their dreams and survival.

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Chapter Book · 2024

Dragon Ball Super, Vol. 23

Book #23 in the Dragon Ball Super series

A new android threat emerges. Can Gohan and Piccolo unlock powers to save the world?

192 pages· 2,351 words

4.2/5 Goodreads · 634 ratings

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Summary: Gohan and Piccolo face their toughest challenge yet as Cell Max, a powerful android, threatens everything they hold dear. With Gohan's daughter in danger, he taps into a new, unprecedented power. Meanwhile, Piccolo transforms into a giant, matching Cell Max's might. Can they overcome this formidable foe, or will Earth fall to this new menace? As the battle intensifies, alliances are tested and new transformations emerge, raising the stakes higher than ever before.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2019

The Vanishing Stair

By Maureen Johnson · Book #2 in the Truly Devious series

A deadly mystery at Ellingham Academy demands answers, but the truth comes at a cost.

400 pages· 85,565 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 112,204 ratings

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Summary: Stevie Bell is obsessed with solving the infamous Truly Devious case—a kidnapping and murder at Ellingham Academy. Pulled from school after a classmate's death, Stevie strikes a risky deal to return. As she navigates secrets and lies, including those of her enigmatic friend David, Stevie must unravel a historical riddle with deadly implications. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the past claim another victim?

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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015

Batman (Graphic Novel)

By John Sazaklis, Luciano Vecchio (Illustrator) · DC Super Heroes series

Discover how a young boy becomes the legendary hero of Gotham.

48 pages· 849 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 335 ratings

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Summary: Uncover the journey of young Bruce Wayne as he transforms into Gotham's Dark Knight. What challenges shape him into the hero known as Batman? Dive into this action-packed tale with vivid comic art.

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2022

Gleanings

By Neal Shusterman

Uncover hidden tales and new Scythes in a world defying death.

423 pages· 107,415 words· Est. 10 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 28,500 ratings

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Summary: In a world where death is controlled, new Scythes rise and hidden stories unfold. As humanity thrives without hunger or disease, the balance teeters on the edge. Dive into the secrets of the Scythedom, where past and future collide, revealing new heroes and foes. What mysteries lie in the shadows of immortality?

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Chapter Book · 2005

Dark Warning

By Jude Watson

A Jedi and his allies flee bounty hunters while uncovering hidden survivors and confronting the growing threat of the Empire.

139 pages· 27,246 words

4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,533 ratings

Library Binding

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1950

Amos Fortune, Free Man

By Elizabeth Yates

Captured at 15, Amos dreams of freedom for 45 years. Will he finally break his chains?

Newbery Medal (1951)

192 pages· 33,435 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 11,954 ratings

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Summary: At fifteen, Amos Fortune is captured and sold into slavery in Massachusetts. Despite decades of bondage, he clings to his dignity and dreams of freedom. As he reaches sixty, Amos's relentless pursuit of liberty begins to bear fruit. Will his unwavering spirit finally lead him to the freedom he has longed for? Discover the inspiring journey of a man who never gave up on his dreams.

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