Books About Ostriches

The Best Ostriches Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about ostriches? 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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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Ostriches

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Long Road to the Circus

By Betsy Bird, David Small (Illustrator)

A girl discovers ostrich riding could be her escape from farm life.

246 pages· 44,782 words· Est. 5 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 371 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Suzy Bowles dreams of escaping her mundane farm life in Burr Oak, Michigan. When her uncle's mysterious absences lead her to Madame Marantette and her ostriches, Suzy embarks on a wild adventure. Could ostrich riding be her ticket to the world beyond? Discover the hilarity and excitement as Suzy races toward her dreams.

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$958

Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Flora and the Ostrich

By Molly Idle · Flora and the Birds series

Flora meets a new friend and learns opposites attract.

22 pages

5.4/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 325 ratings

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Board book

Summary: Flora encounters a feathered friend who seems completely different from her. As they interact, she discovers the magic of opposites attracting. With charming fold-out pages and delightful illustrations, young readers will explore new words and concepts alongside Flora's enchanting journey.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Teaching Eddie to Fly

By Katarina Macurova

A bird can't fly. Can a bear help him discover his true talent?

32 pages

5.0/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 180 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Eddie, a bird who can't fly, embarks on a whimsical journey with his bear friend, Ernest, to conquer the skies. As their attempts lead to unexpected hilarity, they both uncover deeper truths about themselves. Is Eddie destined to soar, or is there a unique gift waiting to be discovered? Join this delightful adventure that challenges kids to embrace their own special talents and celebrate what makes them unique.

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$574

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1997

Big Egg

By Molly Coxe

A hen tries to figure out who laid a big egg in her nest.

32 pages· 105 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

4.0 Goodreads · 821 ratings

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Summary: Hen wakes up to find a gigantic egg in her nest, sparking a curious mystery. As she investigates, she quickly learns it doesn't belong to the cunning Fox. But if not Fox, then who? Join Hen on a whimsical journey to uncover the true owner of this enormous egg. With each clue, the mystery deepens, leading to unexpected revelations and delightful surprises. Can Hen solve the puzzle before it's too late? Dive into this charming tale of discovery and friendship, where the answer is as surprising as the egg itself.

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 4–9 · 2019

Undercover Ostrich

By Joe Kulka

Uncover the mystery of sneaky ostriches and a hidden peanut mission.

32 pages

3.7 Goodreads · 212 ratings

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Summary: Join a perplexed narrator on a whimsical quest to track elusive ostriches. As these masters of disguise blend into their surroundings, the narrator's pursuit reveals a surprising twist: a secret mission involving undercover elephants and peanuts. What will be uncovered in this absurd adventure?

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$1899

Picture Book · Ages 2–4

How Are You?/ ¿Cómo Estás?

Cómo Estás? series

A young person explores their emotions and makes new friends.

32 pages· 61 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

4.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 389 ratings

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Graphic Nov.

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$1398

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2025

The Museum of Willa and Wade

By Judith Henderson, Sara Sarhangpour (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Willa and Wade series

Two friends find a sparkly treasure and decide to build their own museum.

48 pages

3.8 Goodreads · 22 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Willa the ostrich and Wade the penguin find a small, sparkly, very old object on a walk and decide it belongs in a museum: their very own. They pick a box for a building, add a few more treasures, open a cafe, and plan a grand opening in this early-reader graphic novel about friendship and trying new things.

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$1049

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2015

Mad Iris and the Bad School Report

By Jeremy Strong, Scoular Anderson (Illustrator)

A mischievous ostrich mascot must stay hidden when school inspectors visit. Can the class keep her out of trouble?

72 pages

3.3 Goodreads · 11 ratings

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Summary: Mad Iris, the ostrich mascot of Pudding Lane Primary, is back and up to her usual mischief. But the school inspectors are coming, and the school can't afford a bad report. Ross, Katie and the rest of the school have their work cut out keeping Iris hidden and out of trouble in this funny, dyslexia-friendly story.

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$869

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Ostriches

Animals That Live in the Grasslands series

Meet the ostrich, a record-breaking bird that is taller than a grown-up, faster than a person and has the biggest eyes of any land animal.

24 pages· 282 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

1.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings

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Summary: Ostriches live on the grasslands of Africa, and they break records: they are taller than an adult human, run much faster than people, and have the largest eyes of any land animal. Young readers learn how ostriches live, see how a huge ostrich egg compares with a chicken egg, and find out why even a lion should be careful around one.

Chapter Book · 2016

Farm Babies

By designer Tracy Killick Art Direction & Design, editor Joanna McInerney

Discover the playful world of farm animal babies.

64 pages· 1,177 words

5.0 Goodreads · 3 ratings

Paperback

Summary: Venture into the charming world of farm animal babies, where ducklings waddle and piglets nap. Explore their habitats, diets, and playful antics. What secrets do these adorable creatures hold?

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