Books About Revolution · 8 titles considered

The Best Revolution Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about revolution? 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.

Rush Revere and the First Patriots
Rush Revere and the American Revolution
Broken Throne
The Shortlist

Our 8 Favorite Books About Revolution

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna

By Alda P. Dobbs

A girl braves the desert to lead her family to safety during the Mexican Revolution.

288 pages· 44,624 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,548 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Rush Revere and the First Patriots

By Rush Limbaugh · Book #2 in the Rush Revere series

A history teacher and his talking horse travel to 1765 Boston to witness the American Revolution's beginnings.

242 pages· 46,310 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,868 ratings
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Chapter Book · 2006

Mistborn

By Brandon Sanderson · Book #1 in the Mistborn series

A failed hero, a tyrant's reign, and a daring heist to reclaim hope.

534 pages· 211,272 words
4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,054,612 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Rush Revere and the American Revolution

By Rush Limbaugh · Book #3 in the Rush Revere series

Time-traveling crew joins the American Revolution, facing danger and discovering heroism.

244 pages· 51,585 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,032 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

Funny Bones

Uncover the origins of Día de Muertos skeletons and the artist who defied censorship with humor.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2015)
40 pages· 1,877 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,438 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1945

Animal Farm

Animals seize a farm, but can they maintain their newfound freedom against human threats and internal challenges?

176 pages· 30,361 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,748,314 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2019

Broken Throne

Explore new tales and secrets in the world of Red Queen.

480 pages· 117,519 words· Est. 11 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 51,065 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Revolutionary Friends

Discover the pivotal friendship that shaped the Revolutionary War.

40 pages· 1,514 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 228 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
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