Books About Poison

The Best Poison Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about poison? 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 Poison

Song of the Poison Dragon
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2016

Song of the Poison Dragon

By Tracey West, Damien Jones (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Dragon Masters series

A young dragon master must learn to connect with her new dragon and save the kingdom's king from a deadly poison.

90 pages· 6,259 words· Est. 1 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,440 ratings
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Summary: Petra, the newest Dragon Master, struggles to connect with her four-headed dragon. When the king is poisoned, Petra must overcome her fears and work with her dragon to find a cure. Can she unite with her fellow Dragon Masters in time to save the kingdom, or will her doubts lead to disaster? Dive into a world of magic and mystery as Petra faces her greatest challenge yet.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Vol. 19
Graphic Nov.
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2020

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Vol. 19

By Koyoharu Gotouge · Book #19 in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba series

A brother's quest to save his demon-turned sister and avenge his family.

192 pages· 4,324 words· Est. 33 min read
4.7 Goodreads · 17,681 ratings
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Summary: In Taisho-era Japan, Tanjiro Kamado's life is upended when a demon massacres his family, leaving his sister Nezuko cursed as a demon. Determined to restore her humanity and seek vengeance, Tanjiro embarks on a perilous journey as a Demon Slayer. As he battles formidable foes, including the elusive Muzan, allies like Kanao, Iguro, and Kanroji face their own deadly challenges. With shifting alliances and mysterious adversaries, can Tanjiro save Nezuko and avenge his family, or will the demons claim victory? Discover the fate of the Kamado siblings in this gripping saga.
A Torch Against the Night
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$2085
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2016

A Torch Against the Night

By Sabaa Tahir · Book #2 in the An Ember in the Ashes series

Fugitives Elias and Laia race against dark forces to save her brother from a deadly prison.

464 pages· 124,808 words· Est. 11.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 208,670 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Elias and Laia are on the run, pursued by Martial soldiers through the Empire. Laia's mission: infiltrate the impenetrable Kauf prison to rescue her brother, vital to the Scholars' survival. Elias, sacrificing his freedom, aids her against formidable foes, including his former friend Helene, now tasked with hunting them down. As dark forces close in, can they outsmart their enemies and survive?
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Graphic Nov.
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom

By Mac Barnett, Shawn Harris (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The First Cat in Space series

The Moon Queen is poisoned. Can First Cat find the antidote in time?

272 pages· 7,229 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 1,396 ratings
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Summary: The Moon Queen's life hangs by a thread after being poisoned by soup. With trust scarce in her court, she and First Cat embark on a perilous quest for the antidote. Meanwhile, LOZ 4000, a toenail-clipping robot, seeks new purpose, unaware of the secret forces plotting against them. Amid villainous cowboys, high-speed chases, and falling pianos, can this unlikely trio reunite and save the Moon Queen? And who is behind the sinister plot? Dive into a universe of chaos and laughter where nothing is as it seems.
Waste of Space
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Waste of Space

By Stuart Gibbs · Book #3 in the Moon Base Alpha series

A poisoned billionaire on the moon. Can Dash uncover the truth before it's too late?

368 pages· 66,273 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.5 Goodreads · 5,996 ratings
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Summary: On Moon Base Alpha, Dash Gibson's thirteenth birthday is anything but quiet when billionaire Lars Sjoburg is poisoned. With a potential killer on the loose, Dash must unravel the mystery before the base's oxygen runs out, forcing everyone back to Earth. As suspects emerge, Dash finds himself in danger, racing against time to reveal the culprit. Will he solve the case before becoming the next target?
Rowan and the Keeper of the Crystal
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–+ · 1996

Rowan and the Keeper of the Crystal

By Emily Rodda · Rowan series

A poisoned mother, a deadly sea serpent, and a race against time to save a village.

224 pages· 36,924 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 2,975 ratings
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Summary: In the seaside village of Maris, Rowan faces a perilous mission. His mother, poisoned and near death, leaves him to choose the new Keeper of the village's Crystal. With time slipping away, Rowan must find an antidote and outsmart a menacing sea serpent. Can he save his mother and fulfill his family's duty, or will the village's fate be sealed? The clock is ticking, and the stakes have never been higher.
Dangerous Animals
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Dangerous Animals

By Melvin Berger, Gilda Berger · Book #5 in the Scholastic True or False series

Discover the truth about dangerous animals through fun questions and vivid photos.

48 pages· 2,055 words· Est. 18 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 34 ratings
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Summary: Dive into a world of dangerous animals with a thrilling question-and-answer journey. Each page challenges young readers with true or false questions, revealing surprising truths and bonus facts. Explore vivid photographs and uncover the mysteries of the animal kingdom. Are you ready to test your knowledge and learn something new?
Animals Are Poisonous
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$2344
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2000

Animals Are Poisonous

By Elaine Pascoe, Dwight Kuhn (Illustrator) · How & Why series

Discover how animals use poison for survival and defense in nature's deadly game.

24 pages· 440 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings
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Summary: Explore the fascinating world of poisonous creatures through vivid photography and engaging text. Meet snakes, spiders, and scorpions as they reveal their deadly secrets. How do these animals use poison to hunt and protect themselves? Uncover the mysteries of nature's most intriguing defense mechanisms and learn why these creatures are both feared and admired. Dive into a world where survival depends on the power of poison, and every encounter could be a matter of life or death. What secrets will you uncover in this deadly dance of nature?
A Pocket Full of Rye
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$1398
Chapter Book · 2018

A Pocket Full of Rye

By Agatha Christie

A sudden death, a pocketful of grain, and a rhyme lead Miss Marple to a puzzling mystery.

122 pages· 57,870 words
3.8 Goodreads · 31 ratings
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Summary: Rex Fortescue, a financial mogul, dies mysteriously after sipping tea, leaving behind a pocketful of grain. Enter Miss Marple, who knows a servant in his household. As she delves into the case, she suspects a sinister crime by rhyme. Can she unravel the truth before the killer strikes again? Discover the twists and turns in this adapted classic mystery.
Deadliest!
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$1398
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

Deadliest!

By Steve Jenkins · Extreme Animals series

Discover nature's most lethal creatures and their astounding abilities.

40 pages· 2,082 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 90 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Explore the world of nature's most dangerous animals, from the tiny puffer fish to the massive cape buffalo. Dive into a realm where each creature's deadly prowess is revealed through vivid illustrations and fascinating facts. What makes these animals so lethal? Uncover the secrets behind their survival skills and extraordinary abilities. This journey into the wild will leave you in awe of the planet's most extreme and unusual inhabitants. Are you ready to meet the deadliest creatures on Earth?
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