Books About Lizards · 48 titles considered

The Best Lizards Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about lizards? 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 Lizards

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor

By Patricia Valdez, Felicita Sala (Illustrator)

A girl who loves reptiles grows up to design a zoo's Reptile House.

40 pages· 911 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,821 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Spike, the Mixed-up Monster

By Susan Hood, Melissa Sweet (Illustrator)

A scary salamander learns fear isn't the key to friendship.

40 pages· 438 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 470 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

Hot Dog!

By Anh Do, Dan McGuiness (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Hotdog! series

A surprise party faces chaos from unruly animals. Can it be saved?

128 pages· 2,733 words· Est. 31 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 457 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Miles and Miles of Reptiles

Join a whimsical journey to uncover the secrets of reptiles with the Cat in the Hat.

48 pages· 1,069 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 337 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Tales of a Seventh-Grade Lizard Boy

By Jonathan Hill · Book #1 in the Lizard Boy series

A lizard boy in disguise struggles to fit in at middle school. Can friendship survive the truth?

288 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 392 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Operation: Shufongfong

Lizards vanish from the museum. Can Geronimo solve the mystery?

56 pages· 1,233 words· Est. 14 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 198 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Superworm

A hero worm is captured by a villainous lizard. Can his friends save him?

32 pages· 530 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,390 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2013

Give Up, Gecko!

Can a tiny gecko succeed where a mighty elephant fails to find water?

32 pages· 665 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 285 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2012

Lizards

Discover the secrets of lizards, from color-changing to deadly skills.

32 pages· 946 words· Est. 11 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 145 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Fly Guy & Fly Girl

A boy and a girl with pet flies meet a boy with a pet lizard in the park.

32 pages· 505 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 203 ratings
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Lizards Picture Books

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

Boris Gets a Lizard

Ages 5–7 · 2011

Boris must find a way to show his class a Komodo dragon he doesn't have.

Like a Lizard

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Discover the fascinating world of lizards and embrace your true nature.

Leyla

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Leyla escapes her noisy family to find peace with a quiet lizard.

Howard the Average Gecko

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A gecko's pride is challenged when he discovers he's not the only master of disguise.

Green Lizards vs. Red Rectangles

Ages 3–5 · 2015

Can warring lizards and rectangles find peace together?

Mary Had a Little Lizard

Ages 4–7 · 2017

A lizard's mischief in kindergarten leads to chaos and unexpected friendship.

Leo the Lazy Lizard

Ages 5–8 · 2024

A lizard's stillness hides a secret the desert animals can't see.

No Bugs Here

Ages 4–7 · 2019

A hungry lizard searches for a meal in the desert.

Little Lizard's First Day

Ages 4–6 · 2010

A young lizard gets ready for his first day of school.

Little Lizard's Family Fun
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Little Lizard's Family Fun

Ages 4–6 · 2010

A family of lizards spend time together in their tree home.

The Flying Light

Ages 5–7 · 2019

A man and his pet lizard lure glowing creatures to their town.

I Need a PLAN!
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I Need a PLAN!

Ages 5–7 · 2019

A sun-sensitive lizard devises a plan to enjoy the outdoors without burning.

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Lizards Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about lizards for developing and independent readers.

Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody

Ages 8–12 · 2024

Monitor lizards face school chaos and a supervillain pelican. Can they become unlikely heroes?

Farewell, My Lunchbag

Ages 8–12 · 2001

A detective gecko is framed for cafeteria theft. Can he clear his name?

The Mystery of Mr. Nice

Ages 8–12 · 2000

A lizard detective uncovers a mystery when a mean principal suddenly turns nice.

The Lizard of Oz
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The Lizard of Oz

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A mysterious egg hatches, unleashing strange changes. Can Kate's family survive?

The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse
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The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse

Ages 8–12 · 2000

A missing brother, a sinister plot, and a hungry detective. Can Chet solve the mystery in time?

How to Properly Dispose of Planet Earth

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A boy's quest for courage opens a black hole threatening the solar system.

Everything You Need to Know About Frogs

2011

Discover the secrets of reptiles and amphibians through engaging facts and interactive fun.

Don't Feed the Geckos!
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Don't Feed the Geckos!

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A cousin's visit disrupts Carlos's life. Can he keep the peace?

Peter Powers and the League of Lying Lizards!

Ages 6–10 · 2017

A boy with weak powers faces a lizard invasion. Can he save his town?

Risky River Rescue

Ages 6–10 · 2022

A search for Merle uncovers a zoo of talking animals and a daring escape.

Deep in the Rain Forest

Ages 5–9 · 2023

Mysterious sounds haunt the rainforest. What creature lurks within?

From Badger to Worse

Ages 7–9 · 2024

Bumbling agents uncover secrets beneath tropical sands. Can they solve the case without their gadgets?

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