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The Best Quests Books for Kids

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$1795

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11

The Castle in the Attic

Book #1 in the The Castle in the Attic series

A young boy must navigate a magical world to rescue his friend and defeat an evil wizard.

137 pages· 36,558 words· Est. 5 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 19,103 ratings

Summary: William's new toy castle holds more than meets the eye. When a tiny knight springs to life, he finds himself swept into a world of sorcery and danger. With a dragon and an evil wizard threatening this enchanted realm, William must navigate a fantastical quest. Can he rise to the challenge and save the day, or will the forces of magic prove too powerful? Adventure awaits as William discovers the true power of his mysterious gift.

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Wishmakers

By Tyler Whitesides, Jessica Warrick (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Wishmakers series

A boy's wishes could save the world or lead to chaos. Can he handle the consequences?

325 pages· 65,566 words· Est. 9 hour read

6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 596 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Ace's world flips upside down when he releases a genie from a peanut butter jar. Now a Wishmaker, Ace must complete an impossible quest in a week, or face a cuddly apocalypse. With unlimited wishes at his disposal, Ace must navigate the tricky consequences of each wish. Will he outsmart the magical chaos, or will his desires lead to disaster? Join Ace on a whirlwind adventure filled with unpredictable magic and zany humor, where every wish could be his last. Can he save the world without losing himself in the process?

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Adventurer's Guide to Successful Escapes

By Wade Albert White · Book #1 in the The Adventurer's Guide series

A quest unfolds as Anne faces riddles and monstrous foes, with dragons hiding secrets.

384 pages· 64,851 words· Est. 9 hour read

6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,079 ratings

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Summary: Anne dreams of escaping Saint Lupin's Institute, but when the day arrives, she's thrust into an epic quest. With friends Penelope and Hiro, she must solve riddles and battle monstrous foes. Can they unravel the mysteries and survive the journey, or will the consequences be dire? Discover a world where dragons aren't what they seem and nothing is as it appears.

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$1899

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Half Upon a Time

By James Riley · Book #1 in the Half Upon a Time series

A boy and a girl from different worlds must rescue a kidnapped grandmother in a fractured fairy tale adventure.

385 pages· 74,852 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 8,482 ratings

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Summary: Jack, son of the infamous beanstalk thief, seeks redemption by helping May, a girl from another world. When May's grandmother, possibly the missing Snow White, is kidnapped, they embark on a wild quest. With a huntsman on their trail and a Wicked Queen in the shadows, Jack and May must navigate a world where fairy tales collide. Can they unravel the mystery and save her grandmother before it's too late? This thrilling adventure blends humor and magic, challenging everything they thought they knew about fairy tales.

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1964

The Book of Three

By Lloyd Alexander · Book #1 in the The Chronicles of Prydain series

A pig-keeper's quest to become a hero in a battle of good versus evil.

190 pages· 42,509 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 84,557 ratings

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Summary: In the land of Prydain, Taran, an assistant pig-keeper, dreams of heroism. Joined by a spirited princess, a boastful bard, and loyal friends, he faces an epic battle between good and evil. As Taran's journey unfolds, the fate of Prydain hangs in the balance. Will he rise to the challenge and become the hero he longs to be? Discover the enchanting adventures that have captivated readers for decades.

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Language of Spells

By Garret Weyr, Katie Harnett (Illustrator)

A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.

299 pages· 53,765 words· Est. 6 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,024 ratings

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Summary: In a world blind to dragons, Grisha, a hidden dragon, and Maggie, a seemingly ordinary girl, form an unexpected alliance. Tasked with uncovering Vienna's darkest secret, they delve into a mystery dating back to World War II: the disappearance of dragons. As they navigate a world of forgotten magic and hidden truths, they must ask: Can the lost dragons be saved? Their journey is one of rediscovery, adventure, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship, challenging them to remember old tales and create new ones in a city steeped in history and enchantment.

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$2659

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2000

The Doll People

By Ann M. Martin, Laura Godwin · Book #1 in the The Doll People series

A century-old doll seeks adventure and mystery with new neighbors.

256 pages· 35,669 words· Est. 5 hour read

5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,023 ratings

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Summary: Annabelle Doll, an eight-year-old china doll for over a century, lives a monotonous life in a dollhouse. Everything changes when the lively Funcrafts, a plastic doll family, move in. With Tiffany Funcraft's adventurous spirit, Annabelle embarks on a quest to unravel a long-standing family mystery. Will this new friendship lead to the excitement Annabelle craves, or will it uncover secrets best left hidden? Dive into a world where dolls come to life, and every day holds the promise of discovery.

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2017

The Ember Stone

By Katrina Charman, Jeremy Norton (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Last Firehawk series

A young owl named Tag dreams of becoming an Owl of Valor and protecting his forest from the evil vulture Thorn, who is using dark magic to destroy Perodia.

96 pages· 6,026 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,026 ratings

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Summary: In the magical land of Perodia, darkness looms as Thorn, a vulture wielding dark magic, threatens its peace. Tag, a small owl with big dreams of heroism, teams up with his squirrel friend Skyla and the last firehawk. Together, they discover a mysterious stone that might hold the key to defeating Thorn. Can this unlikely trio save their world from destruction? Dive into this thrilling adventure where courage and friendship are the only hope against a spreading evil.

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$1049

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2005

The Lightning Thief

By Rick Riordan · Book #1 in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series

A boy discovers he's a demigod and must retrieve Zeus's stolen lightning bolt to prevent a divine war.

FCBG Children’s Book Award (2006)

375 pages· 87,265 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,535,686 ratings

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Summary: Percy Jackson, a troubled 12-year-old, learns he's the son of Poseidon and is thrust into a world of Greek gods and monsters. Accused of stealing Zeus's lightning bolt, Percy must embark on a perilous quest with his friends, Grover the satyr and Annabeth, daughter of Athena. Racing against time, they journey across America to the Underworld's gates in Los Angeles, facing mythical foes and unraveling a prophecy that could spell betrayal. Can Percy clear his name and avert a catastrophic war among the gods?

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2015

Harriet the Invincible (Graphic Novel)

By Ursula Vernon · Hamster Princess series

A princess must find a prince to break a sleeping curse cast on her family.

256 pages· 16,096 words· Est. 3 hour read

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,358 ratings

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Summary: Harriet Hamsterbone isn't your average princess. Cursed to fall asleep on her twelfth birthday, she revels in her invincibility, embarking on daring adventures with her riding quail, Mumfrey. But as her birthday looms, the curse takes an unforeseen turn, forcing Harriet to confront a new reality. Can she find a way to break the spell, or will her adventurous spirit be her undoing? Dive into a world where princesses defy expectations and curses lead to unexpected journeys.

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Quests Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about quests for the youngest readers and listeners.

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$799

So Far Up

Ages 0–3 · 2014

Bear's cake quest hits a snag. Can friends help before a child intervenes?

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$1095

The Day the Buddha Woke Up

Ages 3–6 · 2018

Discover the Buddha's journey from questions to enlightenment in a captivating tale for children.

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$999

Up, Up, Up in the Tree

Ages 3–5 · 2017

A squirrel climbs a tree seeking a surprising treasure.

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$1099

Frozen: The Ice Box

Ages 2–5 · 2014

Anna races to save her kingdom from eternal winter.

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Quests Picture Books

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

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$1799

The Storybook Knight

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A knight is sent on a quest to tame a dragon, but instead of fighting, he uses his love of reading to solve problems and make friends.

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$1799

Little Fox and the Missing Moon

Ages 3–7 · 2019

Fox dreams the moon is missing. Can he find it?

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$1499

The Dinosaur Who Discovered Hamburgers

Ages 3–6 · 2021

A dinosaur's surprising discovery changes everything. Join the adventure!

Graphic Nov.

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$999

The Coldfire Curse

Ages 5–9 · 2021

A young dragon must save the kingdom of Wrenly from a deadly curse

Graphic Nov.

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$1099

Arthur and the Golden Rope

Ages 5–9 · 2016

A mysterious vault holds the world's greatest treasures. Who guards it?

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$1999

Quest

Ages 4–8 · 2014

Two children embark on a quest to rescue a king from darkness through an enchanted door.

Graphic Nov.

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$1895

Kai and the Monkey King

Ages 5–9 · 2019

A daring quest for adventure leads Kai to the unpredictable Monkey King. Will chaos or discovery follow?

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$1699

The Boy, the Wolf, and the Stars

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A boy and his fox race to restore the Stars before darkness consumes their world.

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$1695

Book

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A boy's quest for truth reveals the extraordinary power of books.

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$1799

Bo the Brave

Ages 5–9 · 2020

A young girl sets out to catch a monster, but instead befriends various creatures who challenge her perceptions of what it means to be a monster.

Graphic Nov.

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$999

Shadow Hills

Ages 5–9 · 2021

A dragon and his friends embark on a quest to save their kingdom from a firestorm, but things don't go as planned.

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$399

Penny

Ages 4–8 · 2007

A princess and her pony seek twelve jewels to unlock her true potential.

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Quests Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about quests for developing and independent readers.

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$2499

The Neverending Story

Ages 11–15 · 1979

A boy discovers a book that pulls him into a magical world he must save.

Graphic Nov.

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$1499

Zita the Spacegirl

Ages 8–11 · 2011

A young girl's friend is kidnapped by an alien species and she must navigate a strange world to rescue him.

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$699

Christmas in Camelot

Ages 7–9 · 2001

Two siblings travel back in time to Camelot to retrieve a magical water that will save the kingdom from a terrible curse

Graphic Nov.

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$1699

The Doughnut Kingdom (Graphic Novel)

Ages 8–11 · 2017

A nerdy magician and his sister must stop an evil queen's world domination.

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$699

The Lost Stone

Ages 6–9 · 2014

A young prince disguises himself as a commoner to attend school and make friends, but his adventure takes a turn when he and his friend embark on a quest to find the queen's lost emerald

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$599

The Dragonling

Ages 7–10 · 1990

A boy risks everything to return a baby dragon to its kind.

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$899

Story Thieves

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Owen's world flips when he discovers Bethany can leap from books. Can they find her father without unraveling reality?

Graphic Nov.

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$1499

Stick Dog

Ages 7–11 · 2012

A group of dogs embark on a mission to steal hamburgers from a family's picnic, using various distractions and plans to achieve their goal.

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$1699

Lalani of the Distant Sea

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A girl braves a perilous sea quest to save her mother and her future.

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$799

The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet

Ages 7–9 · 1999

Three friends discover a magical staircase in a basement that leads to a fantastical world where they must help a princess defeat an evil sorcerer.

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$1799

Seekers of the Fox

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A deadly bargain forces a quest for magical swords to save a friend's soul.

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$799

Flight of the Moon Dragon

Ages 7–9 · 2016

A group of young dragon masters must work together to save the prime Dragon Stone, which is dying and threatening to sever their connections with their dragons

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