Books About Moving To A New City

The Best Moving To A New City Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about moving to a new city? 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.

Get Me Out of Here!
The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Moving To A New City

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2012

Get Me Out of Here!

By James Patterson, Chris Tebbetts, Laura Park (Illustrator) · Middle School series

Rafe's art school dreams clash with reality, uncovering family secrets.

288 pages· 26,839 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 12,255 ratings
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Summary: Rafe Khatchadorian thought art school would be a breeze, but the competitive environment pushes him to seek inspiration beyond the classroom. Embarking on 'Operation: Get a Life,' he dives into new experiences, from poker games to art museums. However, his adventures reveal hidden family secrets, forcing Rafe to confront a life-altering decision. Can he handle the truth and still find his artistic voice?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Emmy in the Key of Code

New girl Emmy finds harmony in coding and music, but secrets threaten her newfound rhythm.

432 pages· 25,823 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,272 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Emmy feels out of place in a new school until she discovers a passion for coding and music. Her bond with Abigail, a fellow music lover, offers hope, but secrets and a teacher's bad news threaten her harmony. Can Emmy find her true note in this symphony of challenges?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016

The Great Shelby Holmes

A young boy moves to New York City with his mother and becomes entangled in a mystery involving a missing dog.

272 pages· 45,621 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,364 ratings
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Summary: In Harlem, nine-year-old detective Shelby Holmes meets her match in new neighbor John Watson. Despite their differences, they team up to solve a perplexing dog-napping mystery. Can Shelby's logic and John's easy-going nature crack the case? As they navigate clues and challenges, their budding friendship might just be the key to unraveling the truth. Dive into this delightful twist on a classic detective tale, where young sleuths face high stakes and unexpected turns.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2020

The Shipwreck

By C. B. Lee · Book #7 in the Minecraft series

Three kids race to solve a Minecraft mystery before time runs out.

368 pages· 88,127 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 538 ratings
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Summary: Jake, the perpetual new kid, finds himself in Los Angeles, where he stumbles upon a mysterious Minecraft server in a forgotten computer lab. With the community center set for demolition, Jake, along with the tough Tank and witty Emily, must unravel cryptic riddles left by The Wizard. Their quest leads them into a perilous underwater world filled with strange creatures and hidden treasures. Can they crack the code before it's too late, or will the secrets of the server be lost forever?
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