Books About Newspapers

The Best Newspapers Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about newspapers? 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 Newspapers

Set the Record Straight!
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Set the Record Straight!

A secret advice columnist's well-meant tip backfires, and cruel emails start pouring in.

160 pages· 25,737 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 137 ratings
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Summary: Samantha loves her job on the school newspaper, especially writing the anonymous advice column Dear Know-It-All. But when one of her suggestions backfires, she becomes the target of cyberbullying, and hurtful emails fill her inbox. Her tough reporting on the cafeteria food has the lunch staff upset with her too. Close to a meltdown, Sam turns to her adviser and learns how much it matters to tell the truth.
A Level Playing Field
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

A Level Playing Field

A student reporter must co-write a story with her crush, but they can't agree.

160 pages
4.3 Goodreads · 114 ratings
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Summary: Samantha loves writing for her school newspaper, especially when she's paired with her crush, Michael. Their article asks whether students should pay for extracurricular activities like sports, and Sam thinks they should: baseball isn't as important as math, after all. Michael disagrees, and so does the star pitcher on the school's baseball team. Can Sam take a stand on the story without losing her crush?
Mrs. Lilly Is Silly!
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2011

Mrs. Lilly Is Silly!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the My Weirder School series

A group of students create a school newspaper with the help of a reporter, but things quickly spiral out of control as they start to print false and embarrassing stories about their teachers and classmates.

112 pages· 7,893 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 934 ratings
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Summary: At Ella Mentry School's Career Day, Mrs. Lilly, a local reporter, guides A.J. and friends in creating a school newspaper. As they dive into investigative reporting, unexpected secrets surface. Will their discoveries lead to someone getting fired or even jailed? Join the hilarious and unpredictable journey of young reporters as they navigate the world of journalism and uncover the truth. What will they find, and how will it change their school?
The Missing Diary
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

The Missing Diary

A missing diary and a suspicious race. Can they meet the deadline?

113 pages· 7,669 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,108 ratings
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Summary: At Mouseford Academy, the Thea Sisters launch a school newspaper, but chaos ensues when Colette's diary vanishes and Nicky spots something odd at the Iron Mouse Games. With mysteries mounting and a deadline looming, can they unravel the truth in time?
Empty Envelope (Turtleback School & Library)
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$1639
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9

Empty Envelope (Turtleback School & Library)

A boy receives mysterious letters meant for someone else, leading to a hidden stamp worth fifty thousand dollars and a scheme involving stolen mail and impersonation.

78 pages· 6,739 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 4,070 ratings
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The Egyptian News
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Picture Book · Ages 9–13 · 1997

The Egyptian News

Ancient Egypt reported as a daily newspaper, with headlines, features and ads.

32 pages
4.1 Goodreads · 111 ratings
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Summary: The history of ancient Egypt told as if in a newspaper of the time. News stories, features and advertisements cover pharaohs and pyramids, mummies, life along the Nile, religion, work and daily life, giving readers the sense of living in the ancient civilization.
Amelia Bedelia, Cub Reporter
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$474
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Amelia Bedelia, Cub Reporter

A quirky character's big news leads to unexpected chaos.

63 pages· 1,454 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 210 ratings
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Summary: Amelia Bedelia, known for her literal interpretations, has exciting news to share. But as she spreads the word, her unique perspective turns a simple announcement into a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings. What could possibly go wrong when Amelia is involved? Discover the delightful chaos that ensues and see if she can set things right before it's too late.
Horrid Henry Robs the Bank
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2008

Horrid Henry Robs the Bank

By Francesca Simon, Tony Ross (Illustrator) · Book #17 in the Horrid Henry series

A mischievous boy schemes for money, revenge, and power in school.

112 pages· 7,756 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,524 ratings
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Summary: Horrid Henry is back with four new adventures, each more devious than the last. From swiping cash to win a board game to launching a gossip-filled school newspaper, Henry's antics know no bounds. When Perfect Peter steals his birthday party theme, Henry plots the ultimate revenge, even taking over as head teacher during a game. Will his schemes succeed, or will they backfire spectacularly? Dive into Henry's world of chaos and cunning to find out!
Watch Your Whiskers, Stilton!
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2005

Watch Your Whiskers, Stilton!

A TV quiz show gamble to save a newspaper from a one-eyed rat.

111 pages· 8,955 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 3,131 ratings
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Summary: Geronimo Stilton faces a whisker-raising challenge when a one-eyed rat threatens to steal The Rodent's Gazette. His only hope? Winning a high-stakes TV quiz show. If he triumphs, the Gazette is safe. But if he fails, he must give up his tail! Can Geronimo outsmart his cunning adversary and save his beloved newspaper, or will he face a tail-less future? Dive into this thrilling adventure where every question counts and the stakes are as high as the cheese tower of New Mouse City!
Late Edition
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Late Edition

By Rachel Wise · Book #11 in the Dear Know-It-All series

With every deadline landing in one week, a student advice columnist is too stressed to sleep.

160 pages· 24,745 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 49 ratings
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Summary: Samantha has two book reports, a big science test, an article for the Cherry Valley Voice and her anonymous Dear Know-It-All column all due the same week. The stress is keeping her up at night, and it doesn't help when her crush, Michael, says the advice columns aren't as good as usual. Sam knows worrying won't help, so how can she get some rest from her stress?
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Newspapers Picture Books

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

Sheba the Alley Cat
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Sheba the Alley Cat

Ages 3–7 · 2026

An alley cat answers a mysterious newspaper note that leads to a spooky old house.

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$1999

Extra! Extra!

Ages 5–8 · 2007

A forest newspaper reports a giant beanstalk, a missing boy and a famous race.

The Great Moon Hoax
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The Great Moon Hoax

Ages 6–9 · 2011

In 1835 New York, a young newsboy watches the whole city go wild over a newspaper's reports of life on the moon.

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Newspapers Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about newspapers for developing and independent readers.

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$1499

The Barking Puppy

Ages 8–12 · 2025

Two dog-loving neighbors launch a newspaper written by dogs to pay for a pug's surgery.