Books About Strikes

The Best Strikes Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about strikes? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Strikes

Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1999

Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type

By Doreen Cronin, Betsy Lewin (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Click Clack series

A farmer's cows and hens go on strike to demand better working conditions.

32 pages· 408 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 96,228 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Farmer Brown's peaceful farm life is disrupted when his cows discover a typewriter and start typing demands. As the cows go on strike, chaos ensues. Will Farmer Brown meet their demands, or will the farm descend into further disarray? Join the hilarity as these literate cows challenge the status quo, leaving Farmer Brown scrambling to restore order.
Please Please the Bees
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Please Please the Bees

A bear's honey supply is cut off when bees strike. Can he win them back?

32 pages· 523 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 621 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Benedict the bear enjoys a life filled with honey, thanks to the bees' daily deliveries. But when the bees go on strike, his sweet routine is disrupted. Faced with an empty jar, Benedict must learn to listen and help the bees. As he embarks on a journey to become a better beekeeper, he discovers the importance of cooperation and care. Will his efforts be enough to win back the bees' favor and restore his honey supply? Dive into this charming tale of friendship and responsibility to find out.
Animal Strike at the Zoo. It's True!
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Animal Strike at the Zoo. It's True!

Zoo animals refuse to perform. Can a young visitor change their minds?

32 pages· 464 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9 Goodreads · 661 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: The zoo is in chaos as the animals go on strike, refusing to entertain. Little Sue, eagerly anticipating her visit, arrives to find silent lions and idle bears. Can her presence persuade the animals to end their protest and bring the zoo back to life? Discover the playful pandemonium and unexpected surprises that await in this lively tale of animal antics and a determined young girl.
Reindeer on Strike
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$674
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2021

Reindeer on Strike

By Holly Lansley, Clare Fennell (Illustrator)

Santa's reindeer go on strike, seeking holiday fun instead of work.

32 pages· 541 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.6 Goodreads · 23 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Santa's reindeer are tired of working every Christmas without a break. This year, they decide to go on strike, leaving Santa in a bind. Will Christmas be saved, or will the reindeer finally get their holiday fun? Join this festive adventure filled with humor and delightful rhymes, perfect for family reading during the holidays.