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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1961
Ten Apples Up On Top!
By Dr. Seuss
Three friends balance apples on their heads. Can they keep them up?
72 pages· 427 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 39,789 ratings
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Books About Rivalries · 36 titles considered
The Best Rivalries Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about rivalries? 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 Rivalries
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015
Tales from a Not-So-Dorky Drama Queen
By Rachel Renée Russell · Book #9 in the Dork Diaries series
Nikki's diary falls into the wrong hands, unleashing chaos.
352 pages· 26,867 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 16,491 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017
Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe
By Rachel Renée Russell · Book #12 in the Dork Diaries series
Nikki faces a summer dilemma with a new crush and her old friend, Brandon.
272 pages· 22,088 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 11,137 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2006
Free Throw
A young basketball player struggles to prove himself on the court and overcome his rival's jealousy and criticism.
72 pages· 4,543 words· Est. 38 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 266 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012
Big Nate Makes the Grade
By Lincoln Peirce · Book #4 in the Big Nate Comic Collection series
A sixth-grade student navigates the challenges of middle school, including friendships, rivalries, and teachers.
224 pages· 11,624 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 9,543 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010
Tales from a Not-So-Popular Party Girl
By Rachel Renée Russell · Book #2 in the Dork Diaries series
Nikki juggles two parties, a crush, and a mean girl's schemes. Can she handle the chaos?
279 pages· 24,404 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 68,730 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2006
BMX Bully
A new rival's cheating threatens Matt's racing dreams.
72 pages· 4,645 words· Est. 39 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 293 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012
Big Nate Goes for Broke
By Lincoln Peirce · Book #4 in the Big Nate series
Nate faces off in a snow-sculpture showdown against school rivals. Can he lead his team to victory?
224 pages· 14,625 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 19,346 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011
Big Nate on a Roll
By Lincoln Peirce · Book #3 in the Big Nate series
A sixth-grader navigates the challenges of middle school, friendships, and rivalries while trying to win a customized skateboard by selling wall hangings for his Timber Scout troop.
224 pages· 14,864 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 22,613 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018
Hockey Wars
A fierce hockey rivalry tests a once-unbreakable friendship. Who will claim victory?
128 pages· 15,115 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 189 ratings
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Rivalries Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about rivalries for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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The Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin
Ages 3–7 · 1990
A family's pumpkin patch becomes the center of a rivalry with a neighboring farmer.
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Fox and Crow Are Not Friends
Ages 4–8
A fox and a crow engage in a series of escalating pranks and one-upmanship.
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$1799
Ninja Camp
Ages 4–8 · 2019
Master ninja skills at camp, but only the swift and strong will succeed. Can you become a Ninja of the Night?
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$1799
It Happened on Sweet Street
Ages 4–8 · 2020
Bakers clash in a dessert rivalry, leading to a chaotic food disaster. Can one girl find a lasting solution?
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Rivalries Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about rivalries for developing and independent readers.
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Unfriendly Competition
Ages 9–13 · 2011
Sasha Silver faces her ultimate challenge at Canterwood Crest.
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$1299
Funny Kid for President
Ages 8–12 · 2017
A middle school student runs for class president while navigating a series of misadventures and rivalries.
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Ride On
Ages 10–14 · 2022
Can a young rider find joy in horses again without the pressure of competition?
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What's Black and White and Stinks All Over?
Ages 7–9 · 2011
A super burp leads to chaos on Field Day. Can George avoid disaster?
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The Worst Witch
Ages 8–12 · 1974
A young witch named Mildred Hubble attends a school for witches and gets into various scrapes and adventures with her friends and enemies.
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$799
Unschooled
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Rival teams, escalating pranks, and a friendship at risk during Spirit Week.
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$695
Troy High
Ages 13–+ · 2009
A high school rivalry ignites as love and loyalty clash on and off the football field.
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$499
Battle of the Bands
Ages 8–12 · 2007
A band battle looms, but will Gabriella step into the spotlight alone?
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$599
Best Friend Battle
Ages 7–10 · 2015
Sylvie battles to outshine Georgie and win back her best friend with a grand birthday plan.
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$899
Speedway Switch
Ages 8–11 · 2007
A racing champion is sidelined. Can his team win without him?
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$899
Faceoff Fall Out
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Old friends clash on the ice in a high-stakes hockey showdown.
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$899
BMX Breakthrough
Ages 8–14 · 2011
A BMX accident shakes Billy's confidence and friendship. Can he overcome his fears?