Books About Statues · 19 titles considered

The Best Statues Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about statues? 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.

Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb?
Journey on a Runaway Train
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Statues

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2005

Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb?

By Ron Roy, Timothy Bush (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Capital Mysteries series

A missing thumb from Lincoln's statue threatens a presidential celebration. Can two kids solve the mystery in time?

96 pages· 8,678 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 574 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

The Golden Statue Plot

Pirate cats plan to steal a golden statue. Can it be saved?

128 pages· 7,556 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,045 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

March Mischief

By Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Calendar Mysteries series

A group of kids try to solve the mystery of stolen leprechaun statues in their town.

80 pages· 6,671 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 699 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

Journey on a Runaway Train

A secret society recruits the Aldens to return stolen artifacts worldwide, facing unexpected dangers.

160 pages· 22,379 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 653 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

Kitty and the Tiger Treasure

A young girl with superpowers teams up with her friends to retrieve a stolen statue from a museum

128 pages· 6,284 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 816 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2019

The Medusa Curse

By Gabrielle Lord · Book #2 in the 48 Hours series

A stolen supercomputer, a missing friend, 48 hours to solve the mystery.

240 pages· 43,626 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 207 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

The Many Faces of George Washington

Uncover the true face of George Washington through groundbreaking research and artistry.

120 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 117 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

The Story of the Statue of Liberty

Discover the story behind a colossal symbol of freedom.

39 pages· 731 words· Est. 13 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 180 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1996

The Mystery of the Secret Message

A hidden message threatens a festival's success.

128 pages· 15,894 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 486 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

The Vanishing Statue

A stolen statue, a mysterious party—can Nancy uncover the truth before it's too late?

240 pages· 35,919 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 578 ratings
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Statues Picture Books

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

L Is for Liberty

Ages 4–8 · 2003

Discover the timeless symbol of freedom and its rich history.

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The Tiger's Eye (2)

Ages 5–9 · 2021

A priceless statue is stolen from Pawston Elementary School, and it's up to the P.I. Pack to solve the mystery

Statues of Easter Island

Ages 4–7 · 2024

Discover the mystery behind Easter Island's iconic statues.

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Statues Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about statues for developing and independent readers.

Who Could That Be at This Hour?

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A young apprentice uncovers secrets in a mysterious organization, leading to questions that shouldn't be asked.

When Sea Becomes Sky

Ages 8–11 · 2023

Siblings race to save their marsh and uncover a statue's mystery before it's too late.

Don't Move a Muscle!

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A spooky sculpture garden hides secrets as Cora faces her fears and a new crush.

Horn Slayer

Ages 7–10 · 2021

A young girl must rescue her friend from an evil unicorn who has been turning children into statues.

Museum Mayhem

Ages 6–9 · 2014

A broken sculpture at a museum sleepover leads to a mystery only the Clue Crew can solve.

The Statue of Liberty

Ages 6–8 · 2001

Uncover the secrets of a towering symbol of freedom.

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