Books About Moving To A New Town

The Best Moving To A New Town Books for Kids

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.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Moving To A New Town

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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 · 768 ratings

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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.

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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 · 1,099 ratings

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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.

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Left Out

By Tim Green

A deaf boy battles to prove himself on the football field.

368 pages· 67,925 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 1,188 ratings

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Summary: Landon Dorch, a deaf seventh grader, dreams of fitting in by joining the football team. Despite his size advantage, his speech issues and cochlear implants make him a target for bullies. Just as hope fades, an unexpected ally emerges. Can Landon overcome the odds and silence the doubters, or will he remain sidelined forever?

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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 · 235 ratings

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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.

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The Lion of Lark-Hayes Manor

By Aubrey Hartman

A girl trades her favorite book for a flying lion, but magic's cost threatens her world.

320 pages· 57,939 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 695 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Poppy Woodlock, feeling invisible in her new home, discovers a magical secret: a flying lion named Sampson. But her bargain with a water nymph comes at a steep price—each night, a beloved book vanishes, unraveling the lives around her. As chaos looms, Poppy must summon all her courage and wit to restore balance before it's too late. Can she save her world from the cost of magic?

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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 · 192 ratings

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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?

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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 · 1,083 ratings

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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.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1953

The Happy Hollisters

By Jerry West · Book #1 in the The Happy Hollisters series

A missing van, a haunted house, and hidden treasure await the Hollisters.

190 pages· 31,625 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 2,413 ratings

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Summary: When the Hollisters move to Pine Lake, their moving van vanishes, and whispers of a haunted house with hidden treasure emerge. Pete, Pam, Ricky, Holly, and Sue, along with their parents and pets, dive into solving these mysteries. As they explore, they uncover a secret stairway and chase a mysterious intruder to Blackberry Island. Will they find the treasure and solve the vanishing act? Join the Hollisters on a thrilling adventure filled with secrets and surprises.

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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 · 1,882 ratings

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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.

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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 · 4,367 ratings

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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?

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