Books About Scouting (Youth Activity) · 56 titles considered

The Best Scouting (Youth Activity) Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about scouting (youth activity)? 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.

Miss Blake Is a Flake!
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Hilda and the Stone Forest
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Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

Miss Blake Is a Flake!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the My Weirder-est School series

A boy joins the Beaver Scouts and learns about teamwork and survival skills.

112 pages· 8,044 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 342 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 8–12 · 2016

Hilda and the Stone Forest

A girl and her mom must navigate a troll land, facing unexpected transformations.

64 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,617 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The League of Lasers

By Mike Lawrence · Book #2 in the Star Scouts series

Stranded on a hostile planet, Avani faces survival and rivalry challenges.

208 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 235 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2018

Alien Scout

By A.I. Newton, Anjan Sarkar (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the The Alien Next Door series

Two friends go on a camping trip with the Beaver Scouts, where they have exciting adventures and learn new things about each other and themselves.

112 pages· 4,895 words· Est. 55 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 247 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012

Hey! Who Stole the Toilet?

A camping trip turns chaotic with uncontrollable burps.

128 pages· 10,309 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 115 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Hilda and the Black Hound

Hilda discovers a hidden world of misfits as a dark specter threatens Trolberg.

64 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,598 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows

By John August · Book #3 in the Arlo Finch series

Arlo must choose: save his family or the magical Long Woods.

320 pages· 64,207 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 883 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2018

Path to the Stars

A Latina's journey from Girl Scout to NASA scientist.

320 pages· 57,143 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 904 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2024

It Came from the Trees

A creature lurks in the woods. Can Jenna save her friend before it's too late?

240 pages· 50,302 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,201 ratings
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Scouting (Youth Activity) Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about scouting (youth activity) for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Here Come the Girl Scouts!

Ages 4–8 · 2012

Discover how one woman's vision created the Girl Scouts.

Cece Loves Science and Adventure

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Girls use STEM skills to tackle a storm on a camping trip.

Don't Eat That

Ages 2–5 · 2018

Can Bear and Gertie find the perfect snack before hunger strikes?

The Colossus of Roads

Ages 9–12 · 2020

A boy battles LA traffic to save his family's catering business.

Camp Rex

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Camping with a T. Rex? Prepare for wild adventures and unexpected surprises!

The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Stinky Milk Mystery

Ages 5–7 · 1999

Why does Farmer Ben's milk taste like onions? The Bear Scouts investigate.

Michelle Obama

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Discover the journey of a groundbreaking first lady.

Let the Bible Be Your Guide

Ages 4–8 · 2011

Can Papa Bear follow the rules on a wild canoe adventure?

Count Off, Squeak Scouts!

Ages 4–6 · 2012

Mice explore an attic, uncovering surprises and learning about number sequences.

Troll Trouble

Ages 5–7 · 2024

Junior Monster Scouts hunt for elusive Troll Root for a stew.

Yasmin the Camper

Ages 5–8 · 2024

A young director struggles to save a chaotic school play.

Katie Woo Tries Something New

Ages 5–7 · 2015

A young girl navigates various challenges and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and self-expression.

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Scouting (Youth Activity) Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about scouting (youth activity) for developing and independent readers.

Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A boy discovers magic and danger in a mysterious forest, testing his courage and loyalty.

Frankie Pickle and the Pine Run 3000

Ages 6–9 · 2010

A scout's derby race becomes a test of teamwork versus independence.

Star Scouts

Ages 8–12 · 2017

New kid Avani joins alien scouts for cosmic adventures. Can she keep it secret from Earth?

Mouse Scouts

Ages 7–10 · 2016

Can the Mouse Scouts earn their first badge and make their leader smile?

The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Sinister Smoke Ring

Ages 7–10 · 1997

Brother faces peer pressure and a dangerous gang's influence.

The Berenstain Bear Scouts Scream Their Heads Off

Ages 7–10 · 1998

Inherited house on Spook Hill hides ghostly secrets. Are the Bear Scouts ready for the truth?

The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Sci-Fi Pizza

Ages 7–9 · 1996

Outrace a flying weapon or face a gooey trap.

Who Was Juliette Gordon Low?

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Discover how a spirited woman defied expectations to create the Girl Scouts, empowering generations.

The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Coughing Catfish

Ages 9–12 · 1987

Can the Bear Scouts save Lake Grizzly from pollution?

The Loch Ness Lock-In

Ages 7–10 · 2018

A scout troop must clear Nessie's name in a mysterious plot at Loch Ness.

Billy Stuart and the Zintrepids

Ages 6–8 · 2011

A young raccoon follows clues to join his grandfather's time-traveling adventure.

Billy Stuart in the Eye of the Cyclops

Ages 6–8 · 2012

Lost in time, a young raccoon and friends face giant creatures and hidden dangers.

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