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The Best Mythical Creatures Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about mythical creatures? 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 Girl Who Drank the Moon
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Mythical Creatures

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1982

The BFG

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young boy discovers a mysterious library that appears only at night.

207 pages· 36,978 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 537,753 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

A witch raises a magical child, unaware of the looming threats and a young man's quest to end her life.

Newbery Medal (2017)
388 pages· 82,631 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 118,787 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Wishmakers

By Tyler Whitesides, Jessica Warrick (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Wishmakers series

A boy's wishes could save the world or lead to chaos. Can he handle the consequences?

325 pages· 65,566 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 596 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

The New Kid at School

By Kate Mcmullan (Author/Illustrator), Bill Basso (Illustrator) · Dragon Slayers' Academy series

A young boy named Wiglaf enrolls in Dragon Slayers' Academy to learn how to slay dragons and bring home treasure.

112 pages· 10,090 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,302 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1937

The Hobbit

A hobbit's unexpected journey to reclaim stolen treasure leads to a life-altering discovery.

305 pages· 95,428 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,584,638 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Adventurer's Guide to Successful Escapes

A quest unfolds as Anne faces riddles and monstrous foes, with dragons hiding secrets.

384 pages· 64,851 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,079 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1974

The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles

Three children embark on a magical quest to find a legendary creature in a hidden land.

209 pages· 52,540 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,228 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Language of Spells

By Garret Weyr, Katie Harnett (Illustrator)

A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.

299 pages· 53,765 words· Est. 6 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,023 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

Ivy

By Katherine Coville, Celia Kaspar (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ivy series

A contest for tidiness clashes with magical chaos at Ivy's grandmother's cottage.

144 pages· 15,601 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 537 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2015

A Dragon's Guide to the Care and Feeding of Humans

A young girl discovers a magical sketchbook that brings her drawings to life, but also attracts a monster that feeds on magic.

192 pages· 29,050 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,256 ratings
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Mythical Creatures Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about mythical creatures for the youngest readers and listeners.

Good Night, Little Dragons

Ages 2–5 · 2012

Discover a whimsical bedtime routine with playful dragons.

Puff, the Magic Dragon

Ages 2–3 · 2007

A boy and his dragon embark on timeless adventures.

That's Not My Dragon...

Ages 0–3 · 2006

Search for the elusive dragon through touch and feel.

Never Touch a Dragon!

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Dare to touch the untouchable dragon in this playful, tactile adventure.

There's a Dragon in Your Book

Ages 2–6 · 2018

A baby dragon hatches in your book. Can you stop its fiery sneezes?

Room on the Broom

Ages 0–3 · 2001

A witch, dragon, and monster discover friendship in a Halloween tale.

I'm a Unicorn

Ages 2–5 · 2018

Discover a unicorn's magical world and enchanting powers.

My Dad Is Amazing
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My Dad Is Amazing

Ages 1–3 · 2018

Celebrate dads with a whimsical tribute to their amazing qualities and a special nod to their little fans.

King Jack and the Dragon

Ages 1–3 · 2011

A young king faces night creatures alone after his knights are taken away.

Where's the Unicorn?
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Where's the Unicorn?

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Uncover magical creatures and a surprise under each flap.

My Mom Is Magical
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My Mom Is Magical

Ages 1–3 · 2018

Celebrate the magic of moms with a whimsical unicorn adventure.

Jabberwocky
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Jabberwocky

Ages 2–4 · 2013

Journey through whimsical lands with slithy toves and borogoves.

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Mythical Creatures Picture Books

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

Pinkalicious: School Rules!

Ages 4–6 · 2010

An imaginary unicorn makes school magical.

The Stinky Giant

Ages 5–8

Two siblings try to solve a riddle to save their home from a giant's floods.

Dough Knights and Dragons

Ages 5–8 · 2017

A knight and dragon must defy a duel law to save their friendship.

The Storybook Knight

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A knight is sent on a quest to tame a dragon, but instead of fighting, he uses his love of reading to solve problems and make friends.

The Paper Bag Princess
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The Paper Bag Princess

Ages 4–8 · 1980

A princess rescues her prince from a dragon.

The Cow Who Climbed a Tree

Ages 4–8 · 2013

A cow claims to meet a dragon, leading her sisters on a surprising adventure.

Dragon Post

Ages 3–6 · 2018

A boy discovers a dragon under his stairs and seeks help from unexpected sources.

Unicorn Night

Ages 0–3 · 2022

Unicorns prance all day, but can they find rest and sweet dreams at night?

If I Had a Gryphon

Ages 3–7 · 2016

A girl dreams of mythical pets but discovers their chaos. Is her hamster the best choice?

Greta and the Giants

Ages 4–7 · 2019

A girl faces giants destroying her forest. Can she save it?

The Dragon and the Nibblesome Knight

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A dragon and knight become friends through mistaken identity. What happens when the truth is revealed?

Duncan the Story Dragon

Ages 3–7 · 2015

A dragon tries to find a way to read a book without setting it on fire.

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Mythical Creatures Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about mythical creatures for developing and independent readers.

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon

Ages 8–12 · 2009

A girl seeks the Old Man on the Moon to change her family's fortune.

Rise of the Earth Dragon

Ages 6–8 · 2014

A young boy is taken from his home to become a Dragon Master for the king

The Dragonet Prophecy

Ages 9–12 · 2012

Five dragonets are destined to end a war between dragon tribes.

Dragons and Marshmallows

Ages 7–10 · 2017

A young girl discovers a magical world of creatures in her backyard and learns to care for them with the help of her scientist mother

The Ember Stone

Ages 6–8 · 2017

A young owl named Tag dreams of becoming an Owl of Valor and protecting his forest from the evil vulture Thorn, who is using dark magic to destroy Perodia.

Sophia and Rainbow

Ages 7–9 · 2018

A young girl named Sophia starts at a magical school for unicorn riders and must navigate friendships, rivalries, and a mystery surrounding the school's magical lake.

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

Ages 14–18 · 2022

Mina must awaken the Sea God to stop deadly storms and save her world.

The Last Unicorn
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The Last Unicorn

Ages 14–18 · 1968

A unicorn's quest to find her kind leads to a battle against extinction.

The Neverending Story

Ages 11–15 · 1979

A boy discovers a book that pulls him into a magical world he must save.

The Inquisitor's Tale

Ages 10–14 · 2016

Three children flee across medieval France, pursued by knights and prejudice, to save sacred texts and confront a mysterious destiny.

Dealing with Dragons

Ages 10–12 · 1990

A rebellious princess seeks adventure with a powerful dragon, facing magical dangers and unexpected allies.

My Diary from the Edge of the World

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A girl races to save her brother from a mysterious threat in a world of mythical creatures.

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