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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015
Timeline
By Peter Goes
Explore history's timeline from the Big Bang to future wonders.
80 pages
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 434 ratings
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Books About Nonfiction · 8,404 titles considered
The Best Nonfiction Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about nonfiction? 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 Nonfiction
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011
Safari, So Good!
By Bonnie Worth, Aristides Ruiz (Illustrator), Joe Mathieu (Illustrator) · The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library series
Join a safari adventure to uncover wild animal secrets with the Cat in the Hat.
48 pages· 1,174 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 169 ratings
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2014
Brown Girl Dreaming
A young girl finds her voice amidst the echoes of Jim Crow and Civil Rights awakening.
366 pages· 30,215 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 94,538 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1981
A Light in the Attic
A collection of humorous and whimsical poems for children.
175 pages· 10,016 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 481,849 ratings
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$1140
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1956
Night
A teenager's harrowing survival in Nazi death camps challenges humanity's darkest depths.
120 pages· 31,141 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,394,550 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8
George Washington and the General's Dog
A biography of George Washington's life, highlighting his love for animals and his role in the American Revolution.
48 pages· 756 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 398 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019
They Called Us Enemy
A boy's childhood unfolds in WWII American camps, questioning identity and resilience.
204 pages· 12,726 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 56,895 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2012
Caterpillar to Butterfly
Discover the magical transformation from caterpillar to butterfly in this captivating journey.
32 pages· 861 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 348 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1997
The Care and Keeping of You 1
Discover essential tips for navigating the changes of growing up with confidence and ease.
104 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,167 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2020
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You
Uncover the roots of racism and the path to an antiracist future.
294 pages· 36,733 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 55,107 ratings
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Nonfiction Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about nonfiction for the youngest readers and listeners.
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This Little Trailblazer
Ages 3–5 · 2017
Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.
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$1599
Audrey Hepburn
Ages 2–4 · 2015
Discover how a dream led Audrey Hepburn from war-torn Europe to Hollywood stardom.
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$899
This Little Artist
Ages 3–5 · 2019
Discover artists who changed history in this vibrant board book for young creators.
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$699
My First 100 Animal Words
Ages 2–5 · 2021
Explore 100 animal words with vibrant illustrations for young learners.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Vegetable Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2017
Discover the ABCs through a vibrant vegetable journey from asparagus to zucchini.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet
Ages 2–5 · 2017
Discover vibrant fruits from A to Z in a delightful journey for little ones.
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$1599
Big Words for Fearless Girls
Ages 3–6 · 2019
Empower young dreamers with 1,000 words and 100 female heroes to inspire change.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Bug Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover the ABCs through a world of fascinating bugs.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Bird Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover 26 unique birds with surprising facts that bring nature to life.
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$899
Jane Foster's ABC
Ages 0–3 · 2015
Discover the alphabet through vibrant animal illustrations.
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$1899
The World-Famous Book of Counting
Ages 1–7 · 2018
Discover numbers through magical illusions and surprises.
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$899
Jane Foster's London
Ages 0–3 · 2017
Explore London's iconic sights through vibrant illustrations in this engaging board book.
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Nonfiction Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about nonfiction for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Hungry Plants
Ages 5–8 · 1999
Discover the deadly allure of carnivorous plants and their captivating traps.
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$599
I Want to Be a Doctor
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A young boy visits the hospital with his family after his brother gets hurt.
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$399
Dinosaur Days
Ages 5–8 · 1985
A book about dinosaurs and their world.
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$2299
Where the Sidewalk Ends
Ages 6–10 · 1974
A collection of humorous and whimsical poems for children
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$1599
My Parents Think I'm Sleeping
Ages 6–8 · 1985
A child's nighttime adventures begin when the lights go out.
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$999
Inside Your Outside!
Ages 4–8 · 2003
Explore the wonders of the human body with the Cat in the Hat.
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$1699
Harriet Tubman
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover Harriet Tubman's daring escapes and secret missions during the Civil War.
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$499
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Peaceful Leader
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how peaceful protest changed history.
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$599
Take a Hike, Teddy Roosevelt!
Ages 4–7 · 2015
Discover how a determined leader defied odds to protect nature.
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$1999
Pocket Full of Colors
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A visionary artist defies norms, painting a vibrant world in a monochrome industry.
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$899
Abe's Honest Words
Ages 6–8 · 2008
A self-taught leader battles to end slavery and unite a divided nation.
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$1899
Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum
Ages 7–12 · 2019
This book explores how different artists see and depict horses in their work.
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Nonfiction Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about nonfiction for developing and independent readers.
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Almost American Girl
Ages 14–18 · 2020
A teen's world shifts with immigration, family changes, and a life-saving art class.
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$999
The Boy on the Wooden Box
Ages 10–15
A young boy's journey from a carefree childhood in rural Poland to surviving the Holocaust through resilience, family, and the unlikely protection of Oskar Schindler.
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
Smile
Ages 9–12 · 2009
A fall leads to dental drama and unexpected challenges for a sixth grader.
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$1899
The Playbook
Ages 10–12 · 2017
Discover life's rules through inspiring stories and wisdom from iconic figures.
Graphic Nov.
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$1499
Hey, Kiddo
Ages 12–18 · 2018
A boy navigates life with an absent father and addicted mother.
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$1995
Becoming Billie Holiday
Ages 9–12 · 2008
A young singer's voice rises above poverty and hardship to become legendary.
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$1799
The New Kid on the Block
Ages 6–10 · 1984
Dive into whimsical poems of odd creatures and curious adventures.
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$1799
All in a Drop
Ages 7–11 · 2019
A self-taught scientist unveils a hidden world, challenging beliefs with a homemade microscope.
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$899
Locomotion
Ages 11–16 · 2003
An orphaned boy uses poetry to cope and reunite with his sister.
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$799
The Lightning Dreamer
Ages 12–18 · 2013
A young poet defies societal norms and fights against slavery in 19th-century Cuba.
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$699
26 Fairmount Avenue
Ages 7–10 · 1999
A young boy recounts his childhood experiences, including a hurricane, building a new home, and starting school.
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$1399
Lincoln
Ages 10–12 · 1987
Explore Lincoln's journey from humble beginnings to leading a nation through war.