Books About Photography · 32 titles considered

The Best Photography Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about photography? 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 7–12 · 2012

Catherine's War

By Julia Billet, Claire Fauvel (Illustrator), Ivanka Hahnenberger (Translator)

A young girl hides from the Nazis, capturing her journey through the lens of a camera.

176 pages· 9,214 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,324 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Russell and the Lost Treasure

A sheep named Russell goes on a treasure hunt.

32 pages· 345 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 564 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–14 · 2010

The Secret Life of a Snowflake

Discover the epic journey of a snowflake from cloud to earth.

48 pages· 1,750 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 235 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Butt or Face?

By Kari Lavelle · Book #1 in the Butt or Face? series

Guess if it's a face or a butt in this fun animal photo challenge.

40 pages· 1,425 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,023 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Golden Gate

By James Ponti · Book #2 in the City Spies series

Young spies face a mole and double agents in a thrilling mission.

425 pages· 72,887 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 10,075 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Pony

A boy's quest to rescue his father with a ghostly ally and a mysterious pony.

304 pages· 61,611 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,446 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

The Hamilton-Burr Duel

By Dan Gutman · Book #4 in the Flashback Four series

Time-traveling teens face a choice: document history or alter it during a famous duel.

256 pages· 37,428 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 269 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2007

Deep and Dark and Dangerous

A ghostly secret resurfaces, threatening a family's summer retreat.

208 pages· 50,978 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 23,776 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Hot Cocoa Hearts

By Suzanne Nelson · Book #3 in the Wish series

A holiday job, a blizzard, and a surprising crush challenge Em's festive spirit.

256 pages· 45,247 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,867 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

The Golden Hour

A high school student returns from spring break to a school recovering from a traumatic event and finds grounding through photography, friendship, and a calf named Daisy.

248 pages· 6,704 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,266 ratings
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Photography Picture Books

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

Fairy Spell

Ages 4–7 · 2018

Two girls convince the world fairies are real with a simple photograph.

Pig the Star

Ages 3–5 · 2017

A dog becomes the star of a photo shoot, but learns a lesson about sharing the spotlight.

Yetis Are the Worst!

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A goblin's quest to find a yeti reveals unexpected truths in the frozen tundra.

Curious George Dinosaur Tracks

Ages 4–7 · 2011

A photographer finds mysterious tracks, believing they're from a dinosaur. What creature left them?

Some Birthday!

Ages 4–8 · 1991

Discover a world where choices shape destinies.

Snowflake Bentley

Ages 4–8 · 1998

A young boy's fascination with snowflakes leads him to become a pioneer in the field of microphotography.

Class Picture Day

Ages 5–7 · 1998

A class photo mishap needs a creative fix.

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Photography Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about photography for developing and independent readers.

Aloha-ha-ha!

Ages 6–9 · 2006

A young girl goes on a trip to Hawaii with her family and learns about the island's culture and wildlife.

Brooke the Photographer Fairy

Ages 7–10 · 2012

Magic stolen, fashion in chaos. Can two girls save the show?

The Girl in White
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The Girl in White

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A girl confronts a ghost to break a town's ancient curse.

Curveball: The Year I Lost My Grip

Ages 12–15 · 2012

A star pitcher's injury forces him to redefine himself beyond baseball.

The Scary Snake Mystery

Ages 7–9 · 1997

A snake loose in the library and a stolen purse—are they connected?

Half a Chance

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young photographer's lens uncovers hidden truths and challenges her perception of beauty and family.

Hidden Pictures

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Can three friends uncover the truth behind mysterious photos before it's too late?

The Mystery of the Gold Coins

Ages 6–10 · 1982

A young detective solves mysteries with her photographic memory.

The Lincoln Project

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Four kids time-travel to capture Lincoln's Gettysburg Address without getting caught.

Say Cheese - And Die Screaming!
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Say Cheese - And Die Screaming!

Ages 8–12 · 2009

An evil camera reveals terrifying futures. Can Julie escape its curse?

A Galaxy of Whales

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A photo contest ignites rivalry and tests friendships amid whale-watching adventures.

Midnight for Charlie Bone

Ages 8–12 · 2002

A boy hears voices from a photo, uncovering a hidden legacy and a sinister academy secret.

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