Books About Stealing · 256 titles considered

The Best Stealing Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about stealing? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Stealing

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017

Greetings from Witness Protection!

By Jake Burt

An orphan joins a family in witness protection, facing danger and secrets from her past.

368 pages· 81,251 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 6,195 ratings

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Summary: Nicki Demere, a street-smart orphan, is recruited by U.S. Marshals to join a family in witness protection. As they evade notorious criminals, Nicki must juggle school, dodge threats, and confront her own past. Can she keep the family safe while hiding in plain sight? With hitmen on their trail and secrets lurking, Nicki's new life is anything but ordinary. Balancing her new identity and the dangers that come with it, she discovers that the greatest challenges might be closer than she thinks. Will her skills be enough to protect her new family and herself?

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Eleventh Trade

By Alyssa Hollingsworth

A boy must trade up from a keychain to reclaim his grandfather's stolen instrument.

304 pages· 53,985 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 376 ratings

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Summary: Sami, a young refugee, faces a daunting challenge when his grandfather's cherished rebab is stolen. With only a keychain and a dream, he embarks on a daring quest to trade up to $700. Each trade brings him closer to reclaiming the instrument and finding his place in a new world. Can Sami navigate the complexities of friendship and fear to achieve the impossible? Discover the heartwarming journey of resilience and hope in 'The Eleventh Trade.'

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$1248

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Mac Undercover

By Mac Barnett, Mike Lowery (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Mac B., Kid Spy series

A young boy receives a call from the Queen of England, asking for his help in retrieving a stolen spoon.

160 pages· 10,469 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,443 ratings

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Summary: Meet Mac B., a kid turned secret agent for the Queen of England. When the Crown Jewels vanish, Mac embarks on a global quest filled with secret identities and karate antics. Can he retrieve the treasure before it's too late? Dive into a world of humor, history, and adventure as Mac navigates the thrilling life of a young spy. Will his cleverness and courage be enough to solve the mystery? Join the chase and find out!

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$574

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2006

Sleepover Sleuths

By Carolyn Keene, Macky Pamintuan (Illustrator) · Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series

A doll goes missing at a sleepover. Can a young detective solve the mystery?

96 pages· 10,174 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 3,088 ratings

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Summary: At Deirdre's sleepover, excitement turns to mystery when her prized City Girls doll, Hollywood Heather, vanishes. Eight-year-old Nancy Drew, with her friends George and Bess, must unravel the clues before the party is ruined. Can Nancy's budding detective skills save the day, or will the mystery remain unsolved? Join the adventure and see if you can help crack the case!

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

The Fenway Foul-Up

By David A. Kelly, Mark Meyers (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ballpark Mysteries series

A baseball bat is stolen from a famous player and two kids try to solve the mystery.

112 pages· 9,681 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 955 ratings

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Summary: Cousins Mike and Kate are thrilled to be at Fenway Park, thanks to Kate's mom's connections. But excitement turns to mystery when the Red Sox's star hitter loses his lucky bat, stolen in plain sight. Without it, his performance falters, risking the team's success. Can Mike and Kate unravel the mystery and save the game before it's too late? Dive into this thrilling whodunnit set in the iconic Boston ballpark, where every clue counts and the stakes are high for the home team.

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Flunked

By Jen Calonita · Book #1 in the Fairy Tale Reform School series

A young thief faces former villains at a reform school. Can she trust them?

242 pages· 45,738 words· Est. 5 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 14,113 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Gilly, a skilled thief from a struggling family, is caught and sent to Fairy Tale Reform School. Here, former villains like the Big Bad Wolf and the Evil Queen are teachers. As Gilly befriends fellow students Jax and Kayla, they uncover a brewing battle. Can Gilly trust these reformed villains, or is there more to their story? Dive into a world where fairy tale endings are just the beginning.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

The Great Cake Mystery

By Alexander McCall Smith · Precious Ramotswe Mysteries series

A young girl in Botswana solves a mystery at her school with the help of her friends and her own detective skills

96 pages· 6,381 words· Est. 54 min read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,559 ratings

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Summary: Precious Ramotswe, a young girl in Botswana, dreams of being a detective. When a cake disappears from her classroom, suspicion falls on a classmate. Unconvinced, Precious embarks on a quest to find the real thief. As she delves into the mystery, she discovers that appearances can be deceiving and learns the art of investigation. Will she solve the case and clear her classmate's name? Join Precious on her journey of discovery, where every clue brings her closer to the truth and her dream of becoming a detective.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1970

Fantastic Mr. Fox

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A clever fox outsmarts three mean farmers to steal food for his family and friends

81 pages· 9,912 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 151,369 ratings

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Summary: Fantastic Mr. Fox is in a tight spot. Three ruthless farmers, Boggis, Bunce, and Bean, have teamed up to capture him after he pilfers their goods. With his family trapped and danger closing in, Mr. Fox must devise an ingenious escape plan. Can his cunning outsmart their relentless pursuit, or will the farmers finally claim victory? The stakes are high, and only a truly fantastic plan can ensure survival. Dive into this thrilling tale of wit and survival, where every move could be Mr. Fox's last.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019

Baby's First Bank Heist

By Jim Whalley, Stephen Collins (Illustrator)

A baby plans a bank heist to buy a pet. Chaos ensues.

32 pages· 622 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

6.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 258 ratings

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Summary: Baby Frank is on a mission: rob a bank to afford a pet his parents refuse to buy. This adorable yet audacious plan leads to a hilarious adventure. Will Frank succeed in his fluffy quest, or will his criminal caper be foiled? Discover the mischief and mayhem as this pint-sized mastermind takes on the world of crime, proving that even the smallest among us can dream big.

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Children of the Fox

By Kevin Sands · Thieves of Shadow series

Five young talents face a deadly heist against a powerful sorcerer. Success or betrayal awaits.

432 pages· 91,014 words· Est. 12.5 hour read

6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,663 ratings

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Summary: Five young criminals, each with unique skills, are hired to steal a treasure from the city's most powerful sorcerer. Callan, Meriel, Gareth, Lachlan, and Foxtail must trust each other to succeed. But magic is unpredictable, and failure could be deadly. Can they outsmart the sorcerer, or will their plan unravel?

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Stealing Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

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No, No, Bunny

Ages 1–5 · 1992

A young thief seeks redemption after stealing small treasures.

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$599

Scooby-Doo! That's Snow Ghost

Ages 2–5 · 2021

A ski trip turns into a hunt for a mysterious snow creature.

Graphic Nov.

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$399

Into the Night to Save the Day!

Ages 3–7 · 2017

Can Catboy rescue his friends from Romeo's clutches alone, or is teamwork the key?

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$699

Gekko Saves Christmas

Ages 3–7 · 2017

Can Gekko conquer his fear to save Christmas gifts from Luna Girl?

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Stealing Picture Books

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

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$1999

The Detective Dog

Ages 3–6 · 2016

A dog detective sniffs out missing books. Can she solve the mystery?

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$1899

What the Ladybug Heard

Ages 2–6 · 2009

A tiny ladybug thwarts a plan to steal the farm's prize cow.

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I Am a Thief!

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A young girl must face her guilt and make amends after taking a forbidden stone.

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Madeline and the Cats of Rome

Ages 6–8 · 2008

A trip to Rome leads Madeline into a thrilling chase with a thief and countless cats.

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Enigma

Ages 5–10 · 2008

Magicians' props vanish. Can Bertie solve the mystery before the show is ruined?

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How to Catch a Clover Thief

Ages 4–7 · 2021

A wild boar's clover patch mysteriously shrinks. Can he outsmart the thief?

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Twenty-Four Robbers

Ages 3–7 · 1981

Twenty-four robbers keep returning. What will finally change their ways?

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The Millionaire Mystery

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A pearl necklace vanishes at a charity event. Can Cam solve the mystery before the thief escapes?

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Feast of Peas

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Jiva's peas vanish mysteriously before harvest. Who's behind the garden heist?

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The First Case

Ages 5–11 · 2012

A toad detective must catch a nut thief in a snowy forest.

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Emily the Emerald Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2005

Seven stolen jewels threaten Fairyland's magic. Can they be found in time?

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Scarlett the Garnet Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2005

Seven jewels are missing, and Fairyland's magic is fading fast.

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Stealing Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about stealing for developing and independent readers.

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Secret of the Water Dragon

Ages 6–8 · 2015

A group of young dragon riders must work together to stop an evil wizard from stealing a powerful dragon stone

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The Map Trap

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A boy's secret maps are stolen, leading to unexpected challenges.

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The Mystery of the Mona Lisa: France

Ages 6–9 · 2007

A stolen masterpiece, an invisible thief, and a race against time in Paris.

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Strawberry Thief

Ages 6–9 · 2014

Who stole the strawberries? The Secret Mystery Club is on the case.

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$1999

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

Ages 10–14 · 2023

The Mona Lisa vanishes, sparking a mystery that questions its very existence.

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Baseball Genius

Ages 9–12 · 2017

A kid's secret talent could save a baseball star's career and his own reputation.

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$599

Christmas in Cooperstown

Ages 6–9 · 2017

A fake baseball card threatens Christmas. Can two kids solve the mystery in time?

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$1499

Peril at the Top of the World

Ages 9–12 · 2016

Chase stolen art across Russia and the Arctic with relentless treasure hunters.

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$899

London Art Chase

Ages 8–11 · 2016

A young girl spots an art theft in London. Can she and her sisters catch the thief?

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How to Get Away with Myrtle

Ages 10–13 · 2020

A vanished tiara, a murder, and a young detective on a train. Can she solve the mystery?

Graphic Nov.

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Heist and Seek

Ages 7–10 · 2022

A group of investigators try to solve a mystery involving stolen paintings and a museum gala.

Nikki Tesla and the Fellowship of the Bling

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Nikki Tesla and the Fellowship of the Bling

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Tween geniuses plan a heist to stop a mad scientist and uncover family secrets.

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