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The Best School Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about school? 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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Little House in the Big Woods
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1988

Matilda

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young girl discovers she has telekinetic powers and uses them to defend herself against her cruel parents and the evil headmistress of her school.

240 pages· 40,056 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,140,939 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1954

The Wheel on the School

Can a group of children bring storks back to their village?

Newbery Medal (1955)
298 pages· 66,608 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 13,371 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–13 · 2007

The Mysterious Benedict Society

Four kids face a secret mission at a ruleless institute. What will they uncover?

485 pages· 117,838 words· Est. 13 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 178,790 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10

Winnie-the-Pooh

By A. A. Milne, Ernest H. Shepard (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Winnie-the-Pooh series

A young boy and his stuffed animal friends have many adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood.

176 pages· 22,068 words· Est. 3 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 311,155 ratings
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1997

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

By J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Harry Potter series

A boy discovers his magical destiny at a mysterious school, facing friends and foes alike.

320 pages· 78,436 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 11,707,778 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Notorious

On a peculiar island, two teens unravel a dog's murder mystery linked to a gangster past.

307 pages· 57,253 words· Est. 8 hour read
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,829 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Wonder

A boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.

316 pages· 73,102 words· Est. 10 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,218,556 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Marvelous Magic of Miss Mabel

A young witch seeks the truth about her mysterious origins and discovers the true meaning of family.

304 pages· 50,334 words· Est. 7 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 477 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

The New Kid at School

By Kate Mcmullan (Author/Illustrator), Bill Basso (Illustrator) · Dragon Slayers' Academy series

A young boy named Wiglaf enrolls in Dragon Slayers' Academy to learn how to slay dragons and bring home treasure.

112 pages· 10,090 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,302 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932

Little House in the Big Woods

A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.

238 pages· 33,170 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 290,632 ratings
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School Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

How to Grow a Friend

Ages 0–3 · 2013

Discover the secret to growing friendships with patience and care.

My Backpack!

Ages 2–5 · 2013

Discover what animals pack in their backpacks.

The Very Busy Spider

Ages 0–3 · 1984

A spider weaves a web despite farm animals' distractions, revealing its beauty and purpose.

Chu's First Day of School

Ages 3–6 · 2014

Chu's first school day brings nerves and a big sneeze. What will happen?

One, Two, Three!

Ages 0–3 · 1993

Join a lively animal crew on a counting adventure from quiet to loud and back again.

Opposites
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Opposites

Ages 0–3 · 1982

Explore the playful world of opposites with whimsical animals.

No!

Ages 2–4 · 2013

Otto's new favorite word is 'no,' but can it solve his bad day at school?

Just Say Please

Ages 2–8 · 1993

A critter learns the true meaning of good manners.

Hands Are Not for Hitting
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Hands Are Not for Hitting

Ages 1–4 · 2002

Teach young children that hands are for helping, not hurting.

Hands Are Not for Hitting
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Hands Are Not for Hitting

Ages 1–4 · 2002

Discover the power of kind hands and loving actions.

If Everybody Did

Ages 2–5 · 1989

Discover the ripple effects of everyday actions.

Big Red Barn

Ages 2–3 · 1956

Experience a day on the farm as animals play and rest from dawn to dusk.

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School Picture Books

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

Meet Yasmin!

Ages 5–8 · 2018

A young girl named Yasmin navigates various challenges and adventures in her daily life, learning valuable lessons and growing as a person.

Just a Teacher's Pet

Ages 4–7 · 2015

A new student challenges Little Critter's patience, but friendship awaits.

Yasmin the Builder

Ages 4–6 · 2018

A class of students work together to build a city using various materials.

The Best Seat in Second Grade
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The Best Seat in Second Grade

Ages 5–7 · 2005

A boy secretly takes his classroom hamster on a field trip to the science museum, leading to unexpected adventures and discoveries.

The Bravest Dog Ever

Ages 5–8

A sled dog races through Alaska to deliver life-saving medicine.

We Dream of Space

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Three siblings face personal struggles as the Challenger launch looms, altering their lives forever.

Fancy Nancy: Pajama Day

Ages 4–6 · 2009

A young girl navigates a school event where everyone is encouraged to wear pajamas to class, while she wants to wear a fancy nightgown.

A New Friend

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A young mouse befriends a snake who has just moved to her town and is struggling to fit in at school

Fancy Nancy Sees Stars

Ages 4–8 · 2008

A class goes on a field trip to a planetarium to learn about stars and planets, but their trip is disrupted by a storm.

Fancy Nancy at the Museum
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Fancy Nancy at the Museum

Ages 4–6 · 2008

A young girl's class goes on a field trip to a museum.

Pinkalicious: School Rules!
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Pinkalicious: School Rules!

Ages 4–6 · 2010

An imaginary unicorn makes school magical.

I Wish That I Had Duck Feet

Ages 4–8 · 1965

A boy imagines animal features but learns self-acceptance.

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School Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about school for developing and independent readers.

Roxie and the Hooligans

Ages 7–10 · 2006

Stranded on an island, Roxie must outwit bullies and crooks to survive.

City Spies

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A young hacker joins a secret spy team to stop a villain and save the world.

The Science of Breakable Things

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A girl tries to win a science competition to help her mother who has become depressed and withdrawn.

Frindle

Ages 7–9 · 1996

A young boy invents a new word and explores its impact on his community.

New Kid
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New Kid

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A young artist navigates two worlds, struggling to fit in at a new school.

The View from Saturday

Ages 8–12 · 1996

A teacher's mysterious team selection leads to unexpected victories and deeper truths.

The Unteachables

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A burned-out teacher meets a class of misfits. Can chaos lead to redemption?

The Year of Billy Miller

Ages 6–9 · 2013

A young boy navigates the challenges of second grade while dealing with family dynamics and his own self-doubt.

The Terrible Two

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Two pranksters clash in a sleepy town, igniting a hilarious prank war. Who will outwit whom?

Gooney Bird Greene
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Gooney Bird Greene

Ages 6–9 · 2002

A new student, Gooney Bird Greene, joins Mrs. Pidgeon's second-grade class and captivates her classmates with her unusual clothes, hairstyles, and stories.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School
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Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Ages 7–11 · 1978

A group of students navigate the challenges of school life with their eccentric teachers and classmates.

Fish in a Tree

Ages 10–13 · 2015

A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.

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