Books About Muteness · 14 titles considered

The Best Muteness Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about muteness? 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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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

Pet

By Akwaeke Emezi · Book #1 in the Pet series

A creature emerges to hunt a hidden monster. Can Jam uncover the truth before it's too late?

208 pages· 45,631 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 35,247 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Paper Wishes

A girl clings to hope as her family is uprooted during wartime.

192 pages· 28,265 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 3,564 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

True (. . . Sort Of)

A mysterious newcomer challenges friendships and reveals life-changing truths.

384 pages· 46,342 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
6.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,997 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Orphan Eleven

A mute orphan must find her voice or be left behind by the circus.

320 pages· 54,724 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 456 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

Tiny Infinities

A girl seeks stability in chaos, finding unexpected friendships and a mysterious voice.

352 pages· 71,658 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 442 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

After Zero

A silent girl discovers a family secret that could change everything.

256 pages· 47,341 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,504 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

The Boy on the Porch

A silent boy on a porch changes a couple's life forever.

160 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 6,216 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

The Last Wild

A mute boy discovers he can talk to animals and must save them from extinction.

352 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,179 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1998

Flying Solo

Sixth-graders run their class alone, but a past tragedy threatens their plan.

144 pages· 24,204 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,271 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2020

The Companion

An orphan's new life with a mysterious family unravels into a chilling nightmare.

448 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 9,861 ratings
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Muteness Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about muteness for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Calling the Water Drum

Ages 5–9 · 2016

A boy's drum becomes his voice after a tragic journey from Haiti.

Talking is Not My Thing

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A nonverbal girl navigates a day full of surprises and challenges.

Cinnamon

Ages 4–8 · 1995

A tiger's words may unlock a silent princess's voice in a mythical land.

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