Books About Letter Writing · 179 titles considered

The Best Letter Writing Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about letter writing? 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 Letter Writing

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

By Stephen Chbosky

A wallflower navigates the tumultuous journey from adolescence to adulthood, facing love, loss, and self-discovery.

224 pages· 62,621 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,053,469 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1970

Frog and Toad Are Friends

The story of an unlikely yet heartwarming friendship between a frog and a toad.

72 pages· 2,299 words· Est. 26 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 98,124 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1983

Dear Mr. Henshaw

By Beverly Cleary, Paul O. Zelinsky (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Leigh Botts series

A young boy writes letters to his favorite author, Boyd Henshaw, and learns about the writing process and himself.

Newbery Medal (1984)
134 pages· 18,153 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 42,298 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2014

To All the Boys I've Loved Before

Secret love letters are exposed, turning a girl's imaginary romances into chaos.

384 pages· 81,247 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,091,866 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2009

When You Reach Me

Mysterious notes predict a death. Can Miranda unravel the truth in time?

199 pages· 39,395 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 118,325 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2005

13 Little Blue Envelopes

A teen's life changes as she follows mysterious envelopes across Europe.

322 pages· 63,156 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.6/5 Goodreads · 84,046 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6

Corduroy Writes a Letter

By Alison Inches, Allan Eitzen (Illustrator)

A bear helps a friend discover the power of speaking up.

32 pages· 477 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 94 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2018

The Little I Who Lost His Dot

Little i's dot is missing. Can he find the perfect replacement?

32 pages· 483 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 223 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

A Letter to My Teacher

A teacher's understanding transforms a struggling student into a future educator.

40 pages· 1,024 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 842 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

If You Come to Earth

By Sophie Blackall (Illustrator)

A visitor from outer space learns about life on Earth and its inhabitants.

74 pages· 629 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,551 ratings
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Letter Writing Picture Books

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

The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A mysterious invitation leads to unexpected friendships.

The Jolly Postman

Ages 4–7 · 1986

Discover secret letters between fairy tale characters and reimagine classic stories.

The Gardener

Ages 4–7 · 2007

A girl transforms a gray city with her secret rooftop garden.

I Wanna Iguana

Ages 4–8 · 2004

A boy negotiates with his mom to get an iguana through hilarious notes.

The Day the Crayons Quit

Ages 3–7 · 2013

A boy receives a series of letters from his crayons, each with its own unique personality and complaint.

With Love, Little Red Hen

Ages 5–8 · 2001

Can Hidden Forest unite to help Little Red Hen, or will mischief ruin the plan?

Letters from Felix

Ages 4–8 · 1994

A lost rabbit sends letters from around the world.

Our Tree Named Steve

Ages 2–5 · 2005

A family's cherished tree weathers a storm, changing but still loved.

How to Send a Hug

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Discover the magic of sending hugs through handwritten letters.

Dear Mrs. LaRue

Ages 4–8 · 2002

A dog plots escape from obedience school through humorous letters.

Sincerely, Emerson

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A letter of thanks sparks a nationwide wave of gratitude.

The Jolly Pocket Postman

Ages 4–8 · 1995

A postman delivers letters through Wonderland and Oz, facing whimsical challenges.

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Letter Writing Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about letter writing for developing and independent readers.

Love, Amalia

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A girl navigates loss and discovers her heritage's power to heal.

Letters from Cuba
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Letters from Cuba

Ages 10–12 · 2020

A young girl escapes Poland for Cuba, striving to reunite her family amidst rising dangers.

Greetings from the Graveyard

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A ghostly trio starts a greeting card company amidst a crime wave and escaped convicts.

The Phantom of the Post Office

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A post office's fate hangs in the balance as a mysterious plan unfolds.

The Loch Ness Punster
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The Loch Ness Punster

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A boy inherits a mysterious castle, but secrets and family tensions loom large.

How Winston Delivered Christmas

Ages 6–8 · 2018

A mouse races against time to deliver a lost letter to Santa on Christmas Eve.

The Civil War of Amos Abernathy

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A boy uncovers hidden LGBTQ+ history, challenging his town's views.

Letters from Camp

Ages 8–12 · 1999

Siblings at a bizarre camp must unite to uncover its eerie secrets.

Love, Aubrey

Ages 8–12 · 2009

Aubrey faces loss and a life-changing decision in Vermont.

Jack

Ages 7–10 · 2010

A young girl writes to her favorite author and helps a foster puppy find a forever home.

Dear Martin

Ages 13–18 · 2017

A young man's life unravels after a violent encounter with an off-duty cop.

Letters from Father Christmas

1976

Discover magical letters from Father Christmas revealing whimsical North Pole adventures.

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