Books About Stepfamilies · 97 titles considered

The Best Stepfamilies Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about stepfamilies? 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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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020

Almost American Girl

By Robin Ha · Book #1 in the Almost American Girl series

A teen's world shifts with immigration, family changes, and a life-saving art class.

230 pages· 18,247 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 15,078 ratings

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Summary: Robin's life turns upside down when a trip to Alabama becomes permanent. Struggling with language barriers and a new stepfamily, she feels isolated from her Seoul roots. Angry with her mother, Robin finds unexpected hope in a comic drawing class, hinting at a future she never imagined. Can art bridge the gap between her past and present?

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$2374

Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 2012

Cinder

By Marissa Meyer · Book #1 in the The Lunar Chronicles series

A cyborg mechanic must uncover her past to save Earth from a lunar threat.

390 pages· 87,661 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,030,939 ratings

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Summary: In a plague-ridden New Beijing, cyborg mechanic Cinder is thrust into an intergalactic conflict. As she navigates her mysterious past and a forbidden attraction to Prince Kai, she must choose between loyalty and freedom. With Earth's fate hanging in the balance, can Cinder uncover the secrets that could save her world from a ruthless lunar threat?

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1986

Wait Till Helen Comes

By Mary Downing Hahn

A ghostly friend lures children to a watery fate. Can Heather be saved?

184 pages· 37,186 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 26,568 ratings

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Summary: Heather's new friend, Helen, is a ghost from a tragic past, haunting the graveyard and luring children to drown. As Heather's stepsibling, you're drawn into a chilling mystery. Can you protect Heather from the spectral danger lurking in the shadows, or will the past repeat itself? The stakes are life and death, and the truth is more terrifying than you can imagine.

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1985

Sarah, Plain and Tall

By Patricia MacLachlan · Book #1 in the Sarah, Plain and Tall Saga series

A young girl and her brother await the arrival of a potential stepmother from Maine, who may bring much-needed change to their lives on the prairie.

Newbery Medal (1986)Golden Kite Award (1986)Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction (1986)

112 pages· 8,388 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 92,163 ratings

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Summary: In the late 1800s, young Anna and her brother Caleb eagerly await the arrival of Sarah, a woman from Maine answering their father's ad for a wife. As Sarah steps into their prairie life, the children wonder if she will fill the void left by their mother. Will Sarah's presence bring the warmth and love they crave, or will she leave them longing once more? This tender tale explores themes of hope, belonging, and the bonds that make a family.

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$2184

Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2012

Eleanor & Park

By Rainbow Rowell

Two misfits navigate first love, knowing it rarely lasts but daring to try.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2013)Michael L. Printz Honor (2014)Odyssey Honor (2014)

535 pages· 78,372 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,277,240 ratings

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Summary: In 1986, two high school misfits, Eleanor and Park, find themselves drawn together despite knowing the odds are against them. As they navigate the complexities of first love, they grapple with the reality that such feelings often fade. Yet, their connection is undeniable, and they are willing to risk everything for a chance at something real. Will their bravery be enough to defy the odds, or will they become another story of love lost? Discover the challenges and triumphs of young love in a world that seems determined to keep them apart.

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015

Mosquitoland

By David Arnold

A girl's journey to her sick mother reveals unexpected truths and challenges her sanity.

352 pages· 74,576 words· Est. 7 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 36,205 ratings

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Summary: Mim Malone's life is uprooted when she's forced to move to Mississippi. Upon hearing her mother is ill, she embarks on a thousand-mile bus journey back to Ohio. Along the way, Mim encounters a cast of eccentric travelers and faces unforeseen challenges that force her to question her understanding of love, loyalty, and sanity. As her odyssey unfolds, Mim must confront her inner demons and redefine her world. Will she find the answers she seeks, or will the journey change her forever? Discover the twists and turns of Mim's unforgettable adventure in 'Mosquitoland.'

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Two Naomis

By Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, Audrey Vernick · Book #1 in the Two Naomis series

Two girls must navigate their parents' new relationship and redefine family.

208 pages· 47,327 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 679 ratings

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Summary: Naomi Marie and Naomi Edith have little in common besides their names. When their divorced parents start dating, the girls are thrust into each other's lives. Naomi Marie loves her bustling family life, while Naomi Edith treasures quiet moments with her best friend. As their parents' relationship deepens, the girls are forced into a shared class, challenging them to cooperate. Can they overcome their differences and redefine what family means? Discover how two unlikely allies might just find friendship in the most unexpected place.

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2006

Heart to Heart with Mallory

By Laurie Friedman, Barbara Pollak (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Mallory McDonald series

A secret admirer, a potential family merger, and a diary full of questions. Can Mallory navigate the chaos of love and friendship?

160 pages· 13,052 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 468 ratings

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Summary: Mallory faces a whirlwind as Valentine's Day nears. Her neighbor might propose to her best friend's mom, potentially making her friends siblings. Meanwhile, mysterious gifts from a secret admirer add to the confusion. With her friends distracted, Mallory turns to her diary, seeking answers about her place in this changing world. Can she unravel the mysteries of love and friendship before everything shifts?

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$1899

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Baba Yaga and Vasilisa the Brave

By Marianna Mayer, Kinuko Y. Craft (Illustrator)

A girl faces a deadly errand to a witch's lair.

40 pages· 3,592 words· Est. 28 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,438 ratings

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Summary: Vasilisa, trapped by her cruel stepmother, must venture into a dark forest to confront the fearsome witch Baba Yaga. With her life hanging in the balance, can Vasilisa outwit the witch and survive the perilous journey? As danger looms, the forest holds secrets that could change everything. Will Vasilisa's courage and wit be enough to escape the witch's clutches?

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Bea Is for Blended

By Lindsey Stoddard

A girl fights for an all-girls soccer team amidst family changes.

320 pages· 64,693 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 327 ratings

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Summary: Bea's life is changing with a new stepfamily, but her biggest challenge is off the field. Her school might not get the promised all-girls soccer team. As Bea rallies her friends to fight for their right to play, she learns the power of teamwork and discovers that building a new life doesn't mean leaving her old one behind. Will Bea and her squad score a victory both on and off the field?

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Stepfamilies Picture Books

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

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Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet!

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover the untold truth behind fairy tale villains and their misunderstood actions.

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$799

Smoky Mountain Rose

Ages 5–8 · 1997

A mountain twist on Cinderella with a hog fairy godmother.

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$899

Boundless Grace

Ages 4–8 · 1995

Grace visits Africa, confronting family changes and discovering new bonds.

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$1799

Cat Dog Dog

Ages 3–7 · 2020

Pets navigate chaos and love in a newly blended family.

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$1799

The Ring Bearer

Ages 3–7 · 2017

A young boy faces wedding day jitters as he takes on the role of ring bearer in a new blended family.

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$1099

The Salmon Princess

Ages 3–7 · 2004

An Alaskan twist on Cinderella with an eagle spirit and a fisherwoman's boot.

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$1195

Jouanah

Ages 5–8 · 1996

A mistreated girl in Southeast Asia finds hope through a magical transformation and a lost shoe.

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$2665

A Hubbub

Ages 5–9 · 2007

Ginger must navigate family chaos and defend her clubhouse from invading cats.

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Snow White in New York

Ages 5–8 · 1989

Snow White faces the Queen of the Underworld in 1920s NYC.

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$899

Cinderella and the Vampire Prince

Ages 5–9 · 2016

A girl defies fate, ruling the night with a mysterious prince.

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$399

Cinderella III

Ages 5–8 · 2006

A stolen wand threatens a princess's perfect life. Can magic be undone?

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$2265

Sleepwalker

Ages 10–14 · 2002

Josh uncovers a chilling secret when Tom sleepwalks.

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Stepfamilies Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about stepfamilies for developing and independent readers.

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Courtney Changes the Game

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A gamer navigates family changes and dreams of a heroic girl character.

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$2899

Winter

Ages 12–18 · 2015

A princess and her allies must overthrow an evil queen to end a war.

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$999

The Windy City

Ages 10–13 · 2013

Teens race to stop a deadly plot in Chicago while avoiding boarding school.

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The Star That Always Stays

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A girl must hide her heritage in a new city, risking her identity for acceptance.

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$599

Curiosity Killed the Cat

Ages 8–12 · 2011

A mysterious scratching at night leads Hannah to question ghostly tales.

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$699

Mia's Baker's Dozen

Ages 8–12 · 2012

Mia struggles with Spanish class, but her three parents unite to help her succeed.

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Cold Hearted

Ages 10–13 · 2021

Discover the untold story of a villain's transformation from love to cruelty.

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Party Dreams

Ages 6–8 · 2008

A puppy turns a spooky house into a magical adventure.

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Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Macy's world shifts as she befriends Iris, an elderly neighbor, amidst family upheaval.

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Snow White Lucks Out

Ages 8–12 · 2014

Snow White must find a magical charm to stop E.V.I.L. from destroying Grimm Academy.

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Every Missing Piece

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A girl seeks truth about a missing boy, uncovering secrets and facing her own past.

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$899

Love Like Sky

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A sister must unite her fractured family to save her sibling from a mysterious illness.

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