Books About Mountaineering · 5 titles considered

The Best Mountaineering Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about mountaineering? 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 Climb
The Contest
The Shortlist

Our 5 Favorite Books About Mountaineering

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

One Wrong Step

Two kids face peril on Everest, battling nature and hidden threats to find their missing expedition.

336 pages· 28,625 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,882 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

The Climb

By Gordon Korman · Everest series

Young climbers face fierce competition and deadly storms on Everest.

160 pages· 26,882 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,453 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

The Contest

By Gordon Korman · Book #1 in the Everest series

Four kids race to conquer Everest, but disaster looms.

144 pages· 25,578 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,515 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

Climbing Everest

Can two climbers conquer Everest's deadly heights through teamwork?

112 pages· 10,045 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 37 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–14 · 2007

Stranded in the Snow!

A snowboarder battles nature's fury to survive a week in the wild.

32 pages· 1,894 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
3.3/5 Goodreads · 8 ratings
$27.99Save 5%
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