Books About Magic And Fantasy

The Best Magic And Fantasy Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about magic and fantasy? 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.

Midnight on the Moon
Snow Place Like Home
The Serpent's Shadow
Knight's Castle
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Magic And Fantasy

Midnight on the Moon
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996

Midnight on the Moon

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #8 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel through time and space to find four special things to free a magical librarian from a spell

80 pages· 5,940 words· Est. 1 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 18,244 ratings
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Summary: Jack and Annie are whisked to a futuristic moon base by the Magic Tree House. Their mission: find the final item to break a spell and save their friend Morgan. With oxygen running low and a mysterious moon man lurking, time is against them. Can they solve the mystery before it's too late, and why is their mouse companion acting so strangely? Join their thrilling lunar adventure and uncover the secrets of the moon.
Snow Place Like Home
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

Snow Place Like Home

By Christina Soontornvat · Book #1 in the Diary of an Ice Princess series

A young princess struggles to control her wind powers and navigate her relationships with her family and friends while attending a school for non-magical children

128 pages· 6,408 words· Est. 54 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 522 ratings
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Summary: Princess Lina, living in a cloud palace with weather-controlling powers, dreams of attending a regular school with her friend Claudia. Promising to hide her magical abilities, Lina faces unexpected challenges. Can she keep her secret, or will chaos ensue? Discover the whirlwind of adventures and mishaps as Lina navigates the ordinary world with extraordinary powers.
The Serpent's Shadow
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

The Serpent's Shadow

By Rick Riordan · Book #3 in the The Kane Chronicles series

A young girl and her brother must navigate the world of Egyptian gods and magic to save their family and the world from an ancient evil.

496 pages· 98,798 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 184,850 ratings
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Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard

By Jonathan Auxier · Book #2 in the Peter Nimble Adventure series

A bookmender's life changes when a mysterious book leads her on an unexpected adventure.

464 pages· 99,460 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,803 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Sophie Quire spends her days mending books in her father's shop, dreaming of adventure. Her life takes a thrilling turn when a peculiar boy and his talking cat-horse companion arrive with a mysterious book. Drawn into a quest beyond her wildest dreams, Sophie must navigate a world of magic and danger. Can she uncover the secrets of the book and find her true destiny? Join Sophie as she embarks on a journey that will challenge everything she knows and ignite her imagination.
Knight's Castle
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1956

Knight's Castle

By Edward Eager, N. M. Bodecker (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Tales of Magic series

A toy soldier leads Roger and Ann into a magical realm where bravery and heart can save lives.

224 pages· 38,229 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 5,603 ratings
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Summary: When a toy soldier springs to life, Roger and his sister Ann are whisked into a world of knights and legends. Sent to their cousins' home due to their father's illness, they stumble upon a realm where chivalry reigns. As they navigate this magical land, they must summon courage and wit to make a difference and possibly save someone dear. Can they rise to the challenge and stay true to their hearts in this enchanting adventure?
Brother Be Gone!
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2021

Brother Be Gone!

By Trish Granted, Manuela López (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Jeanie & Genie series

A wish gone wrong makes Jeanie's brother vanish. Can she bring him back?

128 pages· 4,174 words· Est. 33 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 30 ratings
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Summary: Jeanie's wish for her pesky brother Jake to disappear accidentally comes true when her genie friend Willow grants it. Now, Jake is missing, and it's up to Jeanie and Willow to unravel the mystery of his whereabouts. Can they reverse the wish before it's too late? Dive into this magical adventure where friendship and quick thinking are the keys to solving an unexpected problem.
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