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The Best Television And Radio Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about television and radio? 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.

Frankly, Frannie
Ms. Cuddy Is Nutty!
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Television And Radio

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2010

Frankly, Frannie

By AJ Stern, Doreen Mulryan Marts (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Frankly, Frannie series

Frannie seizes a radio host's absence as her big break, but can she handle the unexpected questions?

128 pages· 11,400 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 613 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Hello, Neighbor!

Discover the heartwarming story behind Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and its creator.

40 pages· 1,226 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 808 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

By Fred Rogers, Luke Flowers (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Mister Rogers Poetry Books series

Discover timeless songs that celebrate kindness and self-love, cherished by generations.

144 pages· 9,474 words· Est. 1 hour read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,284 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10

Ada Lace, Take Me to Your Leader

A young girl tries to contact people using her ham radio, but her friend becomes convinced that they are being contacted by aliens

96 pages· 8,354 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 262 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

Ms. Cuddy Is Nutty!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the My Weirdest School series

A school starts a TV station with a million-dollar donation from a mysterious benefactor.

112 pages· 8,018 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 730 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

I am Lucille Ball

Discover how humor helped a comedy legend break barriers in Hollywood.

40 pages· 1,576 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 795 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2009

Catching Fire

Victors of the Games, Katniss and Peeta face Capitol's wrath as rebellion brews.

391 pages· 101,811 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,289,651 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8

You Are My Friend

By Aimee Reid, Matt Phelan (Illustrator)

Discover how a sickly child became a beacon of kindness and compassion through television.

40 pages· 801 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 657 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Fred's Big Feelings

A quiet hero fights to save his beloved TV show from government cuts.

40 pages· 1,063 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 672 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Who Was Mister Rogers?

Discover how a reluctant TV star became America's beloved neighbor.

112 pages· 7,868 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 855 ratings
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Television And Radio Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

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My Little Golden Book About Betty White

Ages 2–5 · 2021

Discover the inspiring journey of television icon Betty White in this delightful biography for young readers.

I Look Up To... Oprah Winfrey

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover inspiring traits of feminist icons through engaging board books.

Oprah

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Discover Oprah's inspiring journey and empowering quotes for little ones.

Star Trek Book of Opposites

Ages 0–5 · 2011

Discover opposites with a galactic twist.

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Television And Radio Picture Books

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

This Is Your World

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Uncover the journey of a beloved TV painter who found joy in happy accidents.

Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair

Ages 5–8 · 1996

A town addicted to TV forgets how to read. Can books save them?

Elvis Presley

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Discover how a boy from Mississippi became the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

RuPaul

Ages 4–7 · 2021

A fortune foretold fame; RuPaul's journey from dress-up to drag inspires self-love and success.

Mindy Kaling

Ages 4–7 · 2021

A young dreamer becomes a TV icon, creating hit shows and fulfilling her childhood ambitions.

The Berenstain Bears and Too Much TV
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The Berenstain Bears and Too Much TV

Ages 3–7 · 1984

Can the Bear family find joy beyond the TV screen?

Big Plans
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Big Plans

Ages 2–7 · 2018

Two brothers dream big, but can they build their wild ideas?

Misunderstood Shark

Ages 3–5 · 2018

A shark disrupts a TV show, but is he really dangerous or just misunderstood?

The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Commercials

Ages 4–8 · 2007

Can Mama Bear curb her cubs' TV-fueled desires before their toy pile grows?

The Boy Who Invented TV

Ages 6–9 · 2009

A farm boy's vision transforms into the first television image, challenging giants.

Bear Alert

Ages 4–8 · 2014

Two bears roam a town, causing chaos and hilarity. Can they stop the robbers?

Friends Don't Eat Friends

Ages 3–5 · 2019

Can a shark be a true friend, or is he just misunderstood?

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Television And Radio Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about television and radio for developing and independent readers.

Who Is Oprah Winfrey?

Ages 8–12 · 2019

From a pig farm to global influence, discover Oprah's journey.

The Doughnut King

Ages 8–12 · 2019

Can Tris save his doughnut shop and town by winning a fierce cooking show?

I Only Have Pies for You

Ages 9–12 · 2018

A TV show, a rival, and a secret recipe could save a struggling pie shop.

I Funny TV

Ages 9–12 · 2015

Can Jamie handle the pressure of starring in his own TV show?

The Heat Is On
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The Heat Is On

Ages 8–12 · 2018

Junior chefs face sizzling challenges in a culinary showdown. Who will rise, and who will crumble?

It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime

Ages 10–+ · 2019

A mixed-race child defies apartheid's laws, using wit and resilience to navigate a divided South Africa.

Mallory and Mary Ann Take New York

Ages 7–11 · 2012

Two friends in New York face a dilemma: only one can shine on TV.

Tales from a Not-So-Glam TV Star

Ages 9–12 · 2014

Nikki juggles fame and romance under the watchful eye of reality TV cameras.

Los Juegos del Hambre

Ages 14–+ · 2008

Survive a deadly game where losing means death.

We Dine with Cannibals

Ages 8–12 · 2011

Twins race through the Amazon to find their missing mother before missing their favorite TV shows.

Not So Normal Norbert

Ages 8–14 · 2018

A boy's prank lands him on a planet where creativity reigns. Can he embrace the chaos?

Winner Bakes All

Ages 7–11 · 2013

Can the Cupcake Club win on TV while saving their struggling business?

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