Books About Remote Islands

The Best Remote Islands Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about remote islands? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Remote Islands

My Father's Dragon
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1948

My Father's Dragon

By Ruth Stiles Gannett, Ruth Chrisman Gannett (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the My Father's Dragon series

A young boy runs away from home to rescue a baby dragon from a group of wild animals on a remote island

Newbery Honor (1949)
96 pages· 7,571 words· Est. 1 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 37,775 ratings
Bookroo Collection Edition: Hardcover
Summary: A young boy embarks on a daring adventure to Wild Island, determined to rescue a baby dragon held captive by lazy animals. As he navigates the island's dangers, will he succeed in freeing the dragon and returning home safely? The stakes are high, and the journey is fraught with unexpected challenges.
The Mystery of Cabin Island
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1929

The Mystery of Cabin Island

By Franklin W. Dixon · Book #8 in the The Hardy Boys series

Two brothers face perilous challenges to uncover stolen medals on a mysterious island.

192 pages· 32,320 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 5,210 ratings
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Summary: Frank and Joe Hardy embark on a thrilling quest to find missing Johnny Jefferson and recover stolen antique medals on Cabin Island. As they navigate treacherous obstacles, the brothers must unravel the island's secrets. Will they solve the mystery before it's too late? Adventure and danger await in this gripping tale of courage and determination.
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