Books About Operas

The Best Operas Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about operas? 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 Phantom of the Theater
The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Operas

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

The Phantom of the Theater

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #8 in the Geronimo Stilton: Creepella Von Cacklefur series

A phantom threatens an opera performance. Can Creepella and Geronimo stop him in time?

128 pages· 8,059 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 368 ratings
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Summary: Opera singer Violetta von Cacklefur faces a phantom with a grudge at the Royal Mousetropolitan Theater. As the performance looms, Creepella and Geronimo must navigate the theater's eerie basement to thwart his plans. Will they succeed before the show is sabotaged? Discover the mystery and suspense lurking behind the curtains.
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2002

Brundibar

By Tony Kushner, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)

Two siblings face a tyrannical bully to save their sick mother.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2003)
56 pages· 1,334 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 559 ratings
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Summary: Aninku and Pepicek's mother is ill, and they need milk to help her. But the town's bully, Brundibar, blocks their path, silencing their songs. With the help of clever animals and a chorus of schoolchildren, they must outsmart him to save their mother. Can they overcome the tyrant and bring hope back home?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The Magic Flute

Experience a whimsical retelling of Mozart's opera, where magic and mystery unfold in unexpected ways.

48 pages
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·2.8/5 Goodreads · 101 ratings
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Summary: Dive into a vibrant retelling of Mozart's The Magic Flute, where Chris Raschka brings to life a world of enchantment and intrigue. Follow the journey through mystical lands, where each twist and turn reveals a new layer of the opera's oddball charm. Will the characters find harmony amidst chaos? Discover the magic that has captivated audiences for centuries, now reimagined with stunning illustrations and a fresh perspective. Prepare to be swept away by a tale that dances between reality and fantasy, leaving you to wonder what truly lies behind the curtain.
Chapter Book · Ages 6–12 · 2007

But the Giraffe and Brundibar

By Tony Kushner, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)

Children unite to defy tyranny through courage and song.

96 pages
4.5/5 Goodreads · 6 ratings
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Summary: In a world overshadowed by oppression, children band together to challenge a tyrant through the power of music and unity. Set against a poignant historical backdrop, their story unfolds with courage and hope. Will their collective spirit triumph over darkness? Discover the tale of resilience and bravery in the face of adversity.
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