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The Best Lifestyles Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about lifestyles? 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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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1960

The Cricket in Times Square

By George Selden, Garth Williams (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Chester Cricket and His Friends series

A cricket's hidden talent may change the heart of New York City.

Newbery Medal (1961)
160 pages· 24,976 words· Est. 3 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 68,340 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Fortune's Magic Farm

A girl inherits a magical farm and must choose between two worlds.

304 pages· 54,880 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 885 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1999

Ragweed

By Avi, Brian Floca (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Poppy Stories series

A young mouse named Ragweed leaves his home in the country to explore the city and gets caught up in a world of danger and adventure.

208 pages· 33,837 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,055 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2020

Echo Mountain

In the wilderness, Ellie seeks healing secrets to save her comatose father.

368 pages· 78,125 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 11,438 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2000

Because of Winn-Dixie

A young girl navigates a new town and a new life with the help of a stray dog she adopts.

192 pages· 22,105 words· Est. 3 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 284,715 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Some Places More Than Others

A birthday trip to Harlem reveals family secrets and unexpected connections.

208 pages· 32,642 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,387 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

My Fox Ate My Homework

By David Blaze · Book #1 in the My Fox series

A sixth-grader faces bullies, a mischievous talking fox, and a mission to save his mom's house.

106 pages· 18,043 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,155 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2006

Tyrell

By Coe Booth · Book #1 in the Tyrell series

A teen struggles with homelessness, love, and the lure of crime. Will he escape his father's fate?

310 pages· 85,285 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,087 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

Wolf Hollow

A girl confronts escalating cruelty in her town, risking everything to defend an innocent outcast.

304 pages· 60,499 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 30,429 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1941

The Saturdays

Four siblings create a club to transform their Saturdays into unforgettable adventures.

177 pages· 38,654 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 10,912 ratings
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Lifestyles Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about lifestyles for the youngest readers and listeners.

All Through My Town

Ages 2–5 · 2013

Explore your neighborhood through rhymes and vibrant art.

Jane Foster's London
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Jane Foster's London

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Explore London's iconic sights through vibrant illustrations in this engaging board book.

Opposites

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Explore opposites with vibrant illustrations in a tactile board book.

Supertruck
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Supertruck

Ages 2–6 · 2014

A mysterious hero emerges during a city snowstorm, then vanishes. Why?

My Little Golden Book About Dolly Parton

Ages 2–5 · 2021

Discover how a girl from humble beginnings became a legendary entertainer and advocate.

Leah's Pony

Ages 4–8 · 1996

A girl and her pony face a drought threatening their family farm.

Wheels on the Bus

Ages 0–3 · 1988

Join a lively bus ride through town with a cheerful tune and vibrant illustrations.

Night Night, Farm

Ages 0–4 · 2016

Farm animals in pajamas say goodnight to their world and God.

Richard Scarry's The Gingerbread Man

Ages 2–5 · 1956

A gingerbread man races to escape capture in a timeless chase.

Autumn Story

Ages 0–5 · 1980

A lost mouse must find her way home before the storm hits.

Charlie Rides
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Charlie Rides

Ages 3–5 · 2017

A boy's favorite ride isn't a vehicle, but a piggyback with dad.

Tiny Town

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Explore a tiny world with each page turn, ending at home.

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Lifestyles Picture Books

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

Charlie the Ranch Dog

Ages 4–6 · 2013

A young dog's day in the snow takes an unexpected turn when his friend gets lost.

Sammy the Seal

Ages 4–8 · 1959

A seal leaves his home at the zoo to explore the outside world and learn about what lies beyond his enclosure.

Pig and Pug
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Pig and Pug

Ages 5–7 · 2015

A pig on a farm befriends a new animal.

The Stinky Giant

Ages 5–8

Two siblings try to solve a riddle to save their home from a giant's floods.

Eloise Throws a Party!

Ages 4–6 · 2008

Eloise plans a surprise party for Weenie with Nanny's help.

Chicks!

Ages 4–6 · 2013

A family raises chickens from chicks.

Farm Dog Martha
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Farm Dog Martha

Ages 4–7 · 2010

A city dog faces farm life challenges and a lurking coyote threat.

Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse

Ages 3–5 · 2018

A girl learns the truth about a classmate's horse.

Christmas Day in the Morning

Ages 4–8 · 1955

A boy seeks the perfect Christmas gift for his father without spending money.

This Is How We Do It

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Discover a day in the lives of kids worldwide, united by shared rhythms despite diverse traditions.

What Is Given from the Heart

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A young boy helps his mother put together a care package for a family in need, and finds a way to give something special to a girl his age.

L Is for London

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Explore London's iconic sights from A to Z with hidden surprises.

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Lifestyles Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about lifestyles for developing and independent readers.

Where the Watermelons Grow

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A girl seeks magic honey to heal her mother's mind, but discovers the true cure lies within her own heart.

City of Bones

Ages 12–18 · 2007

A teen witnesses a murder by tattooed strangers and enters a hidden world of demon hunters.

Dandelion Wine

Ages 12–18 · 1957

A boy's summer of wonder and discovery in a small town hides timeless secrets and marvels.

The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog

Ages 8–11 · 1980

A dog named Hank investigates a murder on a ranch and gets into various misadventures.

My Year in the Middle

Ages 8–12 · 2018

In 1970 Alabama, Lu's running talent challenges racial divides and tests her friendships.

As Brave As You

Ages 10–14 · 2016

Two brothers' quest for bravery unravels secrets and challenges their beliefs.

Weekends with Max and His Dad

Ages 7–11 · 2016

A boy and his dad redefine 'home' through weekend adventures post-divorce.

Esperanza Rising

Ages 12–15 · 2000

A privileged girl must adapt to harsh labor camp life during the Great Depression.

Sarah, Plain and Tall

Ages 6–10 · 1985

A young girl and her brother await the arrival of a potential stepmother from Maine, who may bring much-needed change to their lives on the prairie.

The Boy in the Black Suit

Ages 12–18 · 2015

Matt's life is falling apart until he meets Lovey, who might just help him find hope again.

When You Reach Me
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When You Reach Me

Ages 9–12 · 2009

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

Sounder

Ages 7–12 · 1969

A boy's world shatters when his father is arrested, leaving him to find hope through his loyal dog, Sounder.

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