Books About The Amazon Rainforest

The Best The Amazon Rainforest Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About The Amazon Rainforest

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

Journey to the River Sea

By Eva Ibbotson, Kevin Hawkes (Illustrator)

An orphan's Amazon journey reveals family secrets and a hidden inheritance.

304 pages· 75,129 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 18,028 ratings

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Summary: Young orphan Maia embarks on an Amazon adventure with her stern governess, Miss Minton. Expecting a warm family, she instead encounters a hostile aunt and uncle. Amidst the jungle's beauty, Maia uncovers a mystery involving a young Indian boy, a homesick actor, and a missing inheritance. Will she find the adventure she craves or be ensnared by the secrets of the rainforest?

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$1797

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Greenwild

By Pari Thomson · Book #1 in the Greenwild series

A girl discovers a magical world while searching for her missing mother.

364 pages· 79,402 words· Est. 11 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 4,220 ratings

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Summary: Eleven-year-old Daisy Thistledown is on the run, searching for her vanished mother. Fleeing through a hidden doorway, she enters the Greenwild, a magical realm full of wonders. With a botanical genius, an animal-talking boy, and a feisty cat, Daisy must uncover secrets that could save her mother and this enchanted world. But dark forces threaten to destroy everything. Can Daisy harness her newfound powers in time?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

The Risky Rescue

By Eric Luper · Book #6 in the Key Hunters series

Lost in a jungle, two kids must find a key to escape danger.

128 pages· 12,190 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 177 ratings

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Summary: Cleo and Evan crash in the Amazon, where a golden statue holds the key to their survival. As they navigate deadly creatures and treacherous rapids, an old enemy lurks, eager to trap them forever. Can they unlock the magic and find their way home before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016

Where Is the Amazon?

By Sarah Fabiny, Who HQ, Daniel Colon (Illustrator) · Where Is . . . ? series

This book tells the story of the Amazon River and the surrounding rainforest, from its discovery by Spanish explorers to the present day.

112 pages· 8,367 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 339 ratings

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Summary: Journey into the Amazon, a vast rainforest teeming with life. From ancient human inhabitants to billions of trees and countless species, this natural wonder holds secrets of survival and peril. Can we truly understand its impact on our world? Explore the mysteries of a place where a single touch can heal or harm, and uncover the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2016

Lea Leads the Way

By Lisa Yee, Sarah Davis (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the American Girl: Girl of the Year 2016 series

A rainforest adventure leads to a dilemma: save an injured sloth or let nature take its course?

142 pages· 22,897 words· Est. 3 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 385 ratings

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Summary: Lea Clark embarks on her first rainforest adventure, eager to capture the vibrant wildlife. But when she and her brother find a wounded baby sloth, Lea faces a tough decision. Should she intervene to save the creature, or let nature run its course? As she grapples with this moral quandary, Lea must weigh her desire to help against the natural order of the jungle. Will her actions bring harmony or unintended consequences? Dive into this heartwarming tale of discovery and ethical dilemmas in the depths of the Amazon.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Lost in the Jungle

By Bill Nye, Gregory Mone, Nicholas Iluzada (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Jack and the Geniuses series

Siblings venture into the Amazon to rescue a missing inventor and his groundbreaking idea.

288 pages· 53,221 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 147 ratings

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Summary: Jack and his genius siblings, Ava and Matt, embark on a daring mission into the Amazon rainforest to find their missing mentor, Dr. Hank Witherspoon. As they navigate treacherous waters and evade cunning adversaries, they must unravel the mystery of Hank's disappearance and protect his revolutionary invention. Alongside new allies, including a soccer prodigy and his resourceful sister, they face perilous wildlife and the ominous 'Trail of Pain.' Will they save Hank and his world-changing idea before it's too late? Adventure, danger, and science collide in this thrilling quest.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

The Explorer

By Katherine Rundell

Kids stranded in the Amazon discover a map leading to a hidden secret.

FCBG Children’s Book Award (2018)

352 pages· 59,079 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 9,878 ratings

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Summary: Stranded in the Amazon after a plane crash, Fred, Con, Lila, and Max must navigate the wild to survive. With their pilot gone, hope seems lost until Fred stumbles upon a mysterious map. This discovery leads them to a forgotten city, hinting at secrets that could change everything. Can they unravel the mystery before the jungle claims them? Adventure and danger lurk at every turn in this gripping tale of survival and discovery.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

We Dine with Cannibals

By C. Alexander London · Book #2 in the An Accidental Adventure series

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

358 pages

4.2 Goodreads · 294 ratings

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Summary: Oliver and Celia Navel's plans for a TV-filled school year are dashed when their mother disappears searching for El Dorado. Forced into the Amazon jungle, the twins must use their reality TV skills to navigate ancient ruins, treacherous rapids, and swarms of fire ants. With danger lurking and time ticking, can they outsmart the villains and find their mother before their favorite shows start? Adventure and mystery await in the heart of the jungle.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

Tree of Dreams

By Laura Resau

A journey to the Amazon reveals destruction and hope through chocolate's magic.

336 pages

4.1 Goodreads · 322 ratings

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Summary: Coco Hidden's life changes when a culinary contest takes her to the Amazon. Amidst the rainforest's beauty and devastation, she discovers the power of chocolate and the plight of its people. Can Coco and her friend Leo find a way to restore hope and preserve the forest's soul? This adventure challenges them to see beyond their world and embrace a cause greater than themselves.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

The Temple of the Ruby of Fire

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #14 in the Geronimo Stilton series

A race to find the Ruby of Fire amidst ancient traps. Will he survive?

128 pages· 9,247 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 5,675 ratings

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Summary: Geronimo Stilton is reluctantly swept into a thrilling race by his sister Thea to find the legendary Ruby of Fire. With ancient traps lurking at every turn, this 'fraidy mouse faces his worst fears. Can he outsmart the dangers and claim the gem before it falls into the wrong hands? Join Geronimo on a heart-pounding adventure filled with unexpected twists and perilous challenges. Will he emerge victorious, or will the traps prove too much for him? Dive into this exciting quest and find out!

Ages 7–10Junior Chapter Book Club