Books About Portals

The Best Portals Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about portals? 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 Portals

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2022

Barb and the Ghost Blade

By Dan Abdo (Author/Illustrator), Jason Patterson (Author/Illustrator), Dan & Jason · Book #2 in the Barb the Last Berzerker series

A young warrior and her yeti friend must save their land from an evil sorcerer.

256 pages· 6,020 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 368 ratings

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Summary: Barb, a young Berzerker, faces her greatest challenge: rescuing her fellow warriors from the clutches of the evil Witch Head. With her trusty yeti friend, Porkchop, and a motley crew of unlikely allies, Barb must infiltrate the monster capital, Maug Horn. Their mission is to find Franny Fire Fingers and the Wise Wizards, the only hope against Witch Head's dark power. As Barb confronts dangers beyond her imagination, she discovers that her true strength lies within her heart. Can she harness this power in time to save Bailiwick?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Lost Lullaby

By Jason Segel, Kirsten Miller, Karl Kwasny (Illustrator) · Nightmares! series

Trapped in a nightmare, Charlie faces eerie black sheep and sinister twins threatening sweet dreams.

352 pages· 61,383 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,604 ratings

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Summary: Charlie Laird thought his nightmare battles were over, but now he's trapped in someone else's dream, surrounded by creepy black sheep. Suspecting the mischievous twins Ick and Ink, Charlie must uncover their sinister plans before nightmares consume everyone. With Ink lurking at Cypress Creek Elementary, the stakes are high, and time is running out. Can Charlie and his friends stop the woolly nightmares and restore peace to their dreams, or will darkness prevail? Dive into a world where fears come alive, and nothing is as it seems.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

The Great Big Boom

By Judd Winick · Book #3 in the Hilo series

A boy and his friends try to rescue a girl who got sucked into a portal.

197 pages· 6,312 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 2,266 ratings

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Summary: Hilo, an extraordinary space boy, and his friends DJ and Gina face a thrilling challenge when Gina is pulled into a mysterious portal. Determined to rescue her, Hilo and DJ embark on a daring adventure filled with danger, unexpected surprises, and powerful magic. As they battle villains and navigate bizarre obstacles, the stakes rise: can they save Gina and return to Earth before the portal closes forever? With friendship and courage at the core, this tale promises excitement and heart-pounding twists. Will Gina ultimately be the hero they need?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

The Chestnut King

By N.D. Wilson · Book #3 in the The 100 Cupboards series

A boy must stop a witch threatening all worlds, risking everything he loves.

512 pages· 115,688 words· Est. 16 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,759 ratings

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Summary: Henry's discovery of magical cupboards leads to a grave mistake: releasing the witch Nimiane, who seeks to drain life from connected worlds. To stop her, Henry must find the elusive Chestnut King. But the path to saving everyone he loves demands a heart-wrenching decision. Can he muster the courage to face the ultimate sacrifice and defeat the witch? As the fate of multiple worlds hangs in the balance, Henry's journey becomes a race against time, filled with danger and the weight of an irreversible choice. Will he succeed, or will darkness prevail?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Realm of the Blue Mist

By Amy Kim Kibuishi · Book #1 in the the Rema Chronicles series

A girl seeks the truth about her father's death in a magical world under threat.

272 pages· 9,030 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,887 ratings

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Summary: Tabby Simon's quest to uncover her father's mysterious death leads her to Rema, a magical realm besieged by a resource-hungry planet. There, she meets Philip, a blue-haired boy with secrets of his own, who vows to help her return home. As Tabby delves deeper into Rema's mysteries, she uncovers a destiny far beyond her wildest dreams. Can she unravel the truth and find her place in this enchanting yet perilous world?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Dandelion Fire

The 100 Cupboards series

A boy discovers magical portals and must battle a witch-queen to uncover his true origins.

480 pages· 107,276 words· Est. 15 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 7,842 ratings

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Summary: Henry finds 100 cupboard doors leading to other worlds behind his bedroom wall. As he seeks the truth about his origins, he gains a powerful magic that draws dangerous attention. Pursued by wizards and faeren, Henry must confront Nimiane, the witch-queen, in a battle that could change everything. What secrets will he uncover, and can he survive the witch's dark forces?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2006

The Revenge of the Shadow King

By Derek Benz, J. S. Lewis · Book #1 in the Grey Griffins series

Four friends must stop card game creatures from destroying their town.

384 pages· 95,737 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,305 ratings

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Summary: Max and his friends, the Grey Griffins, discover their card game creatures are real and threatening their Minnesota town. As goblins and fairies emerge, can they save their world?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Smurfs: Book of Magic

By Peyo

Join a quest through the Smurf-Verse to uncover its greatest mystery.

24 pages· 512 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 1 ratings

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Summary: Smurfette and her friends embark on an epic journey from Smurf Village to the Forbidden Forest. As they explore hidden worlds, they face challenges that could redefine their understanding of the Smurf-Verse. Will they uncover the universe's greatest mystery: What is a Smurf? With original songs and interdimensional adventures, this tale promises laughter and discovery.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2006

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Marvel Age series

Heroes face prehistoric chaos unleashed in New York.

1,390 words· Est. 12 min read

3.4/5 Goodreads · 9 ratings

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Summary: When Doctor Ito's Geoportal unleashes cavemen and dinosaurs into New York, the Fantastic Four must unite to restore order. Can they close the portal before the city falls to ancient chaos?

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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2025

The Super Jump Between Worlds!

By Thomas Flintham · Book #17 in the Press Start! series

A hero leaps through bizarre worlds to save his friends from a villain's clutches. Can he find his way home?

80 pages· 2,386 words· Est. 40 min read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 157 ratings

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Summary: Super Rabbit Boy faces a daunting quest: rescue his friends from the clutches of Meanie King Viking. With Blocky, a less-than-heroic ally, he jumps through portals into ever-stranger worlds. Each leap could be the one that leads him home, but will he succeed before it's too late? Dive into this action-packed adventure where every world holds new surprises and challenges.

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