Books About Moving To A New Town

The Best Moving To A New Town Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about moving to a new town? 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 10 Favorite Books About Moving To A New Town

Quinny & Hopper
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Quinny & Hopper

By Adriana Brad Schanen, Greg Swearingen (Illustrator) · Quinny & Hopper series

Can two opposites defy school rules and stay friends amidst bullies and chaos?

240 pages· 29,882 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 767 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Quinny is all energy and big ideas, while Hopper is cautious and practical. Together, they make an unbeatable team. But as summer fades, third grade brings new challenges: stylish bullies, a menacing chicken, and strict rules that threaten their friendship. Can Quinny and Hopper navigate these obstacles and remain friends despite the odds? Discover how this dynamic duo tackles the unexpected twists of growing up and the pressures of school life.
Annie's Life in Lists
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Annie's Life in Lists

By Kristin Mahoney

A shy girl uses lists to navigate a new town, school, and friendships.

288 pages· 41,287 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,089 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Annie, a shy fifth grader with a photographic memory, relies on lists to manage her chaotic life. After moving to Clover Gap, she faces a brother's resentment, new classmates, and the challenge of fitting in. Can Annie find her place and keep her best friend? Discover how she navigates these changes with her trusty lists.
Young Whit and the Traitor's Treasure
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2018

Young Whit and the Traitor's Treasure

By Phil Lollar, Dave Arnold · Young Whit series

A young boy uncovers secrets of missing Confederate gold and his family's past.

240 pages· 44,428 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 231 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the midst of the Great Depression, young Johnny Whittaker moves to Provenance, NC, where he faces school bullies and befriends Emmy and Huck. Together, they unravel a mystery involving missing Confederate gold and the shadowy legacy of Johnny's ancestor. Was his family truly involved in the theft, or is there more to the story? As Johnny digs deeper, he must confront the truth and decide what kind of legacy he wants to leave behind. Adventure and intrigue await in this captivating tale of history and discovery.
New Girl in Town
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

New Girl in Town

By Marilyn Easton · Book #1 in the LEGO Friends series

A puppy escape threatens a pet event. Can teamwork save the day?

64 pages· 4,300 words· Est. 36 min read
4.2 Goodreads · 193 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Olivia, new to Heartlake City, volunteers at the pet adoption booth, eager to make friends. But chaos ensues when a puppy escapes, ruining the event preparations. Now, Olivia faces the challenge of turning four new enemies into allies. Can she and her fellow volunteers, Andrea, Emma, Mia, and Stephanie, unite to save the Petacular? With time running out, teamwork is their only hope. Will they overcome their differences and succeed, or will the event end in disaster?
Life Just Got Real
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2016

Life Just Got Real

By Sadie Robertson

Two teens from different worlds clash on reality TV, but can they find true friendship amid the chaos?

288 pages· 74,685 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,077 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: A.J. Smith, a down-to-earth girl from Louisiana, moves to Nashville and finds herself thrust into the glamorous world of Kate Kelly, a reality TV star. As producers stir drama for ratings, A.J. and Kate's lives spiral into chaos. When prom plans unravel and relationships falter, A.J. unexpectedly becomes Kate's ally. Can these two opposites forge a genuine friendship amidst the staged conflicts and high-stakes drama? Discover if they can stay true to themselves and each other in a world where reality is anything but real.
Peanut Butter & Cupcake!
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014

Peanut Butter & Cupcake!

By Terry Border · Peanut Butter series

Lonely Peanut Butter seeks a friend among quirky food characters. Will he find his perfect match?

32 pages· 801 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 1,877 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Peanut Butter is on a quest to find a friend, but it's not easy when Hamburger is busy with his dogs, Cupcake is preoccupied with her sprinkle castles, and Egg can't stop cracking up. As Peanut Butter navigates these humorous encounters, young readers will delight in the mismatched pairings and wonder if he'll ever find his perfect companion. With playful rhymes and whimsical food characters, this charming tale of friendship and perseverance promises laughter and heartwarming moments for the whole family.
Pop
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2000

Pop

By Gordon Korman

New town, new challenges: Marcus befriends a football legend with secrets.

272 pages· 52,791 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 4,364 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Marcus, new in town and eager to make the football team, befriends Charlie, a legendary ex-NFL player with a penchant for pranks. As Marcus navigates school politics and his parents' split, he discovers Charlie's hidden struggles. With the quarterback's hostility and Charlie's unpredictable antics, Marcus must find his place on and off the field. Can he balance friendship, family, and football, or will the secrets of the past tackle him first?
Trouble Magnet
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010

Trouble Magnet

By Nancy Krulik, Aaron Blecha (Illustrator) · George Brown, Class Clown series

George's stagehand debut at the talent show spirals into unexpected chaos.

128 pages· 10,019 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 288 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: George is determined to prove himself as a responsible stagehand for the school talent show. But as the event approaches, unexpected chaos threatens to unravel his plans. Can George navigate the comic mayhem and save the day, or will disaster bring down the curtain on his efforts? Dive into this hilarious adventure where responsibility meets unpredictability.
The Garden of Eve
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

The Garden of Eve

By K. L. Going, K.L. Going

A cursed orchard, a mysterious seed, and a boy who claims to be dead. What secrets lie in Beaumont?

234 pages· 42,532 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 2,494 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In Beaumont, New York, Evie and her father face a cursed orchard that hasn't borne fruit in decades. Skeptical of fairy tales, Evie meets a boy who claims to be dead and receives a mysterious seed for her birthday. When the seed grows into a tree overnight, only Evie and the boy can see it and explore where it leads. As strange events unfold, Evie must confront the town's secrets and her own beliefs. Can she uncover the truth behind the curse and the boy's story?
Planet of the Lawn Gnomes
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Planet of the Lawn Gnomes

Goosebumps Most Wanted series

Mischief leads to terror as Jay uncovers the eerie secrets of his new town.

154 pages· 20,863 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 1,375 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Jay Gardner's troublemaking ways force his family to relocate to a peculiar town where lawn gnomes guard every home and fear grips the night. As Jay delves deeper, he discovers that his penchant for mischief might unleash something terrifying. What sinister secrets lurk in the shadows, and can Jay escape the chilling consequences of his curiosity?
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