Books About New England · 124 titles considered

The Best New England Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about new england? 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 14–18 · 2009

The Monstrumologist

By Rick Yancey · Book #1 in the The Monstrumologist series

An orphaned assistant and his mentor face a monstrous threat that could consume the world.

434 pages· 104,366 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 20,821 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1943

Johnny Tremain

A young apprentice's accident thrusts him into the heart of the American Revolution.

Newbery Medal (1944)
300 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 52,254 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1959

A Separate Peace

Two friends' bond shatters, mirroring a world at war.

206 pages· 56,787 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
3.6/5 Goodreads · 235,341 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 1972

A Day No Pigs Would Die

A boy faces life's harsh realities on a Shaker farm.

163 pages
3.6/5 Goodreads · 10,627 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12

Five Little Peppers and How They Grew

Discover the trials and triumphs of the Pepper family.

352 pages· 68,945 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 24,230 ratings
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

The Magic Misfits

By Neil Patrick Harris, Lissy Marlin (Illustrator), Kyle Hilton (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Magic Misfits series

A runaway magician and friends must outsmart a band of thieves to save their town.

253 pages· 37,594 words· Est. 5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 16,706 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1941

Make Way for Ducklings

A family of ducks searches for a safe place to live and raise their ducklings in the city of Boston.

64 pages· 1,260 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 91,522 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1952

One Morning in Maine

Sal's loose tooth leads to unexpected adventures at Buck's Harbour.

72 pages· 2,827 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 13,748 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2020

Chirp

A girl uncovers a mystery threatening her grandmother's farm while confronting her own hidden secret.

227 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,652 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

The Tale of Tricky Fox

A cunning fox bets he can outwit humans but meets his match in a clever teacher.

32 pages· 1,425 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 314 ratings
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New England Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about new england for the youngest readers and listeners.

Pumpkin Moonshine

Ages 1–4 · 1938

A girl must transport a giant pumpkin home before Halloween.

Good Night Maine

Ages 0–3 · 2006

Discover Maine's wonders from whales to lighthouses in a soothing bedtime journey.

Mary Had a Little Lamb

Ages 1–3 · 1830

A lamb follows a girl to school, causing unexpected classroom chaos.

Good Night Boston

Ages 0–3 · 2005

Explore Boston's iconic landmarks with your toddler before bedtime.

Good Night Massachusetts
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Good Night Massachusetts

Ages 0–3 · 2013

Explore Massachusetts' iconic landmarks through a child's eyes in a rhythmic bedtime journey.

Little Women (BabyLit Storybook)
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Little Women (BabyLit Storybook)

Ages 3–5 · 2019

Discover the March family's adventures as they grow and learn together.

Hello, Cape Cod!
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Hello, Cape Cod!

Ages 2–5 · 2009

Join a seagull duo exploring Cape Cod's wonders and adventures.

Good Night Cape Cod National Seashore

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Discover Cape Cod's natural wonders from beaches to lighthouses in a soothing bedtime journey.

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New England Picture Books

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

Rose's Garden

Ages 5–9 · 2009

A woman plants seeds in a city, hoping for a garden to bloom.

Letting Swift River Go

Ages 4–8 · 1992

A young girl witnesses her hometown's transformation into a reservoir.

Corgiville Fair

Ages 5–8 · 1971

A goat race at the Corgiville Fair pits Caleb against Edgar's cunning tricks.

Island Boy

Ages 3–5 · 1988

A boy's bond with an island shapes his life across generations.

Bird Count

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A girl counts birds for a community science project, uncovering nature's wonders.

The Sea Chest

Ages 4–+ · 2002

A storm delivers a mysterious sea chest, altering a lonely island girl's life forever.

Rocks in His Head

Ages 4–8 · 2001

A man's rock obsession defies doubt, leading to an unexpected museum role.

Nora's Ark

Ages 4–9 · 2005

A flood threatens; can Grandma's house shelter everyone, and where is Grandpa?

Little Red Riding Hood

Ages 6–9 · 2006

A farm girl braves a winter forest to reach her grandmother, but danger lurks nearby.

The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night

Ages 4–7 · 1961

A cunning fox prowls a quiet town, seeking a meal under the autumn moon.

An Early American Christmas

Ages 4–8 · 1987

A new family transforms a village's Christmas traditions.

Lucy's Christmas

Ages 5–8 · 1994

Experience a handmade Christmas on a 1910 New England farm.

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New England Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about new england for developing and independent readers.

The Magic Misfits

Ages 9–12 · 2018

A psychic's arrival unveils mysteries for six magical friends in a sleepy town.

Little Women

Ages 7–9 · 2005

Four sisters navigate life's trials and triumphs during the Civil War.

A Time to Keep

Ages 5–8 · 1977

Celebrate timeless holidays with family traditions and cherished memories throughout the year.

I Lived on Butterfly Hill

Ages 10–14 · 2014

A young girl's life is shattered by political upheaval, forcing her into exile and a quest for safety.

Trust No One

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A hidden traitor threatens Amy and Dan's family. Can they uncover the mole before it's too late?

Mayflower Treasure Hunt

Ages 7–9 · 2007

A lost sapphire necklace from the Mayflower sparks a thrilling treasure hunt.

Let It Begin Here!

Ages 7–10 · 2005

Witness the 24 hours that ignited the American Revolution.

Killer Mission

Ages 8–12 · 2009

Uncover the secrets behind mysterious accidents at an elite boarding school.

The Light in the Lake

Ages 9–12 · 2019

A girl uncovers secrets of a lake tied to her brother's mysterious death.

Colonization and the Wampanoag Story
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Colonization and the Wampanoag Story

Ages 8–12 · 2023

Uncover America's true origins through the eyes of its first inhabitants, challenging the myths of discovery and settlement.

Million-Dollar Throw
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Million-Dollar Throw

Ages 10–13 · 2009

A young quarterback must make a million-dollar pass to save his family from financial ruin.

The Secret Book Club

Ages 8–12 · 2008

Mysterious books appear, leading four girls to start a summer book club. Who's behind it?

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