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The Best Magic Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about magic? 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 7–11

The Castle in the Attic

Book #1 in the The Castle in the Attic series

A young boy must navigate a magical world to rescue his friend and defeat an evil wizard.

137 pages· 36,558 words· Est. 5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 19,103 ratings
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1997

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

By J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Harry Potter series

A boy discovers his magical destiny at a mysterious school, facing friends and foes alike.

Nestlé Smarties Book Prize (1997)FCBG Children’s Book Award (1997)Birmingham Cable Children’s Book Award (1998)Young Telegraph Paperback of the Year (1998)Carnegie Medal (1998)British Book Awards Children’s Book of the Year (1997)Sheffield Children’s Book Award (1998)Whitaker’s Platinum Book Award (2001)BookTrust's 100 Best Books for Children (2013)ALA Notable Children's Books (1999)Publishers Weekly Best Books (1998)Parenting magazine Book of the Year Award (1998)ALA/YALSA Best Books for Young Adults (1999)School Library Journal Best Books of the Year (1998)
320 pages· 78,436 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 11,707,778 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1992

Dinosaurs Before Dark

Two siblings travel through time to the age of the dinosaurs

68 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 49,767 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Marvelous Magic of Miss Mabel

A young witch seeks the truth about her mysterious origins and discovers the true meaning of family.

304 pages· 50,334 words· Est. 7 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 477 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1982

The BFG

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young boy discovers a mysterious library that appears only at night.

207 pages· 36,978 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 537,753 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Missy Piggle-Wiggle and the Whatever Cure

Missy Piggle-Wiggle tackles childhood misbehavior with quirky cures in a magical house.

272 pages· 37,389 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 961 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

The New Kid at School

By Kate Mcmullan (Author/Illustrator), Bill Basso (Illustrator) · Dragon Slayers' Academy series

A young boy named Wiglaf enrolls in Dragon Slayers' Academy to learn how to slay dragons and bring home treasure.

112 pages· 10,090 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,302 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 10–14 · 2016

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

A witch raises a magical child, unaware of the looming threats and a young man's quest to end her life.

388 pages· 82,631 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 118,787 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Half Upon a Time

A boy and a girl from different worlds must rescue a kidnapped grandmother in a fractured fairy tale adventure.

385 pages· 74,852 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 8,481 ratings
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Magic Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

The World-Famous Book of Counting

Ages 1–7 · 2018

Discover numbers through magical illusions and surprises.

Cinderella

Ages 2–4 · 2016

Cinderella's tale unfolds in Mexico with a magical twist.

Light Up The Stars!

Ages 3–5 · 2017

Pull tabs to create magic: bloom flowers, sail ships, and light cities.

Seeking a Witch

Ages 2–5 · 2016

Two kids search for the perfect witch on Halloween night.

The Itsy Bitsy Leprechaun

Ages 2–4 · 2018

A leprechaun's quest for a lucky clover leads to a magical adventure.

Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Discover magical sounds from a jinni's whoosh to jewels' tinkle in a wondrous journey.

Five Little Pumpkins

Ages 2–5 · 2009

Five pumpkins embark on a spooky Halloween adventure. Count along as they face the night.

Room on the Broom

Ages 0–3 · 2001

A witch, dragon, and monster discover friendship in a Halloween tale.

Day Dreamers

Ages 2–5 · 2014

Children's imaginations unlock magical worlds filled with mythical creatures.

The Little Mermaid

Ages 2–4 · 2018

A mermaid's love for a prince risks everything in a Caribbean twist.

Peter Pan
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Peter Pan

Ages 1–5 · 2017

Join Peter Pan on a magical adventure against Captain Hook.

Seven Orange Pumpkins
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Seven Orange Pumpkins

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Count down as seven pumpkins vanish in a Halloween mystery.

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Magic Picture Books

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

The Fat Cat Sat on the Mat

Ages 4–6 · 1996

A witch's pets and belongings get into chaos when she is out of the house.

Little Witch's Big Night

Ages 5–8 · 1984

Little Witch defies orders, taking trick-or-treaters on magical broomstick rides.

The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches

Ages 6–8 · 1978

A young witch discovers her hidden power on Halloween night. Can she outshine her sisters?

Little Witch Goes to School

Ages 5–8 · 1998

A young witch must be bad to attend school. Will she succeed or cause chaos?

Lulu and the Witch Baby

Ages 4–8 · 1986

Lulu's spell makes her sister vanish. Can she bring her back before trouble brews?

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Ages 4–8 · 2004

Four siblings enter a magical land trapped in eternal winter. Can they help a lion break the witch's curse?

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Little Fox in the Forest

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Two friends chase a fox into a magical forest world. Can they find it?

The Little Rabbit

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A girl and her stuffed rabbit embark on a magical spring adventure.

Cinderella

Ages 1–12 · 2000

A mistreated girl finds magic and a chance at love.

Extra Yarn

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A magical yarn box transforms a town.

Thank You, Mr. Falker

Ages 5–8 · 1998

A young girl struggles to learn to read despite her love for books and learning.

The Dance of the Realms

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Enter a magical realm where dance and holiday spirit come alive.

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Magic Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about magic for developing and independent readers.

Peter and the Starcatchers

Ages 9–12 · 2004

Orphan Peter's voyage turns perilous with a mysterious trunk and dangerous foes.

The Hobbit

Ages 12–18 · 1937

A hobbit's unexpected journey to reclaim stolen treasure leads to a life-altering discovery.

The Adventurer's Guide to Successful Escapes

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A quest unfolds as Anne faces riddles and monstrous foes, with dragons hiding secrets.

Ella Enchanted

Ages 8–12 · 1997

A cursed girl must obey every command. Can she break free?

James and the Giant Peach

Ages 7–11 · 1961

A young boy escapes his miserable life with his cruel aunts through a magical giant peach

The Book of Three

Ages 10–13 · 1964

A pig-keeper's quest to become a hero in a battle of good versus evil.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Ages 9–12 · 1950

Siblings enter a magical land trapped in winter, facing a powerful witch and awaiting a lion's return.

Ivy

Ages 7–10 · 2017

A contest for tidiness clashes with magical chaos at Ivy's grandmother's cottage.

The Witch of Blackbird Pond
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The Witch of Blackbird Pond

Ages 11–15 · 1958

A girl faces witchcraft accusations in colonial Connecticut, torn between belonging and truth.

The Language of Spells

Ages 10–14 · 2018

A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.

Inkheart

Ages 9–12 · 2003

A girl must stop a villain brought to life from a book.

The Wishing Spell

Ages 8–12 · 2012

Twins enter a magical realm of fairy tales, facing challenges to return home.

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