Books About Magical Adventures

The Best Magical Adventures Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about magical adventures? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 7 Favorite Books About Magical Adventures

The Emerald City of Oz
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$2659
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1910

The Emerald City of Oz

By L. Frank Baum, John R. Neill (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Oz series

Dorothy's tour of Oz turns perilous as a sinister plot threatens the Emerald City.

300 pages· 53,216 words· Est. 10 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 12,245 ratings
$27.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Dorothy and the Wizard embark on a whimsical tour of Oz with Aunt Em and Uncle Henry. Along the way, they meet quirky characters like King Kleaver and Miss Cuttenclip. But danger looms as the wicked Nome King allies with fearsome creatures to seize the Emerald City. Can Dorothy and her friends uncover the threat in time to save their magical world? Discover the enchantment and peril in this beautifully illustrated Oz adventure.
Cheshire Crossing (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2019

Cheshire Crossing (Graphic Novel)

Three girls must save the multiverse from a villainous alliance threatening chaos across magical worlds.

128 pages· 5,541 words· Est. 50 min read
3.5 Goodreads · 6,905 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Paperback
Summary: Alice, Wendy, and Dorothy, now teens, reunite at Cheshire Crossing, a school for those with magical pasts. Unwilling to stay put, they leap between worlds, accidentally sparking a dangerous alliance between the Wicked Witch and Hook. To prevent multiverse chaos, they must harness their powers and rally unexpected allies. Can they stop the villains before it's too late?
Superdog
Sale price
$1259
Picture Book · 2003

Superdog

By Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta (Illustrator) · Biff, Chip and Kipper series

A sleepy family dog is no show champion, until a magic adventure turns him into a hero.

32 pages· 1,508 words
3.8 Goodreads · 56 ratings
$13.25Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Biff, Chip and Kipper watch the Dog of the Year show and wish Floppy could do clever tricks too. Floppy would rather nap, but when the magic key glows he becomes Superdog, rescuing one person after another. An Oxford Reading Tree Level 9 story.
Destiny the Pop Star Fairy
Chapter Book · 2014

Destiny the Pop Star Fairy

By Daisy Meadows · Rainbow Magic series

Can two friends stop a jealous rival from sabotaging their favorite band's concert?

80 pages· 3,266 words
4.2 Goodreads · 69 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Kirsty and Rachel are thrilled to see The Angels perform live, but their excitement is threatened by Jack Frost's envy. Determined to become a pop star, Jack and his goblins plot to ruin the show. Can the girls thwart his mischievous plans and save the concert? Join them on a colorful adventure filled with magic and music, where friendship and courage are the keys to overcoming chaos.
Just Dance
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Just Dance

By Sarah Mlynowski · Book #15 in the Whatever After series

Siblings must retrieve an enchanted object to restore a fairy's powers amidst a magical dance adventure.

176 pages· 27,263 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,017 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Abby and Jonah are whisked into the tale of The Twelve Dancing Princesses by a magic mirror. Their mission: find an enchanted ruby to restore fairy Maryrose's powers. To succeed, they must shadow the princesses to their secret dance spot, master tricky dance steps, and avoid capture. Can they navigate this enchanted world and help their fairy friend before time runs out?
Athena & the Magic Land
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019

Athena & the Magic Land

By Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams, Yuyi Chen (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little Goddess Girls series

A storm whisks Athena to Mount Olympus, where magical sandals and a snake-haired rival await.

96 pages· 4,668 words· Est. 52 min read
3.7 Goodreads · 139 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Whisked away by a magical storm, young Athena lands in Mount Olympus, a realm of enchantment and danger. Gifted with powerful sandals, she must outsmart Medusa, who craves their magic. Guided by the wise Hestia and aided by Zeus, Athena embarks on a thrilling quest to return home. Can she navigate this mystical world and thwart Medusa's plans, or will she be trapped forever in a land of gods and legends?
Izzy Comes Home (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$574
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Izzy Comes Home (Graphic Novel)

By Hasbro · My Little Pony series

Izzy and Sunny discover the true meaning of home on a journey through Bridlewood.

32 pages· 244 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9 Goodreads · 53 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Izzy shares tales of her Bridlewood childhood with Sunny, sparking a journey to her favorite hometown spots. As they explore, the friends learn that home is more than a place—it's where your heart and family are. Join them in this charming adventure, perfect for young readers discovering the magic of graphic novels.
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