Books About The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (The Met)

The Best The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (The Met) Books for Kids

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From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1967

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

By E.L. Konigsburg

A young girl runs away from home with her brother to live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Newbery Medal (1968)
172 pages· 30,922 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 221,879 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Claudia plans the perfect escape to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, dragging her thrifty brother Jamie along. But their adventure takes a twist when they stumble upon a mysterious statue. Determined to uncover its secrets, Claudia faces a challenge that could alter her perspective forever. Can they solve the mystery and find their way back home?
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2002

Museum ABC

Explore art through the alphabet with a global gallery of wonders.

60 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 376 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Embark on an alphabetical journey through art, where each letter unveils four captivating masterpieces from different cultures and eras. From boats to roses, discover the unexpected diversity in everyday objects. Dive into the visual and cultural richness of the Metropolitan Museum's collection, sparking curiosity in both children and adults. What stories do these artworks tell, and how do they connect across time and place? With a fact section revealing more about each piece, this book offers endless exploration and discovery.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Many Points of Me

A secret sketch may unravel Georgia's family ties and redefine her friendships.

352 pages· 54,328 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 570 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Georgia discovers a hidden sketch by her late father, a renowned artist, sparking a quest to uncover its meaning. As she navigates New York City and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Georgia questions her friendships and family bonds. Could this sketch be the missing piece in her father's starry legacy? Her journey reveals more than she anticipated, leading her back to the love and connections she thought she had lost. Will Georgia find the answers she seeks, or will the truth change everything she knows about herself and those she holds dear?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Under the Egg

A hidden masterpiece may save Theo's home, but is it stolen art?

272 pages· 46,195 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 7,189 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Theodora Tenpenny's life turns upside down when she uncovers a potential Renaissance masterpiece hidden beneath her grandfather's painting. With her family's home at stake and only $463 to her name, Theo fears the artwork might be stolen, given her grandfather's past as a museum guard. As she navigates Manhattan with new friends, Theo unravels secrets about her grandfather and the city. Can she solve the mystery and save her home, or will her discoveries lead to more trouble? Join Theo on a journey of friendship and self-discovery in this captivating tale.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008

Masterpiece

A boy and a beetle team up for an art heist at the museum.

292 pages· 51,897 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 8,533 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Marvin, a beetle, and James, an eleven-year-old boy, form an unlikely friendship when Marvin's art talent is mistaken for James's. Together, they embark on a daring mission to recover a stolen masterpiece at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. As they navigate the complexities of a staged heist, their bond is tested. Can this tiny artist and his human friend outsmart the thieves and save the day? Dive into a world where art, adventure, and friendship collide in a thrilling mystery that will keep you guessing until the end.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Book of the Dead

By Michael Northrop · Book #1 in the TombQuest series

Ancient spells revive evil forces. Can Alex save his mom and the world?

208 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,000 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Alex Sennefer's life hangs by a thread until his mother uses ancient spells to save him, inadvertently unleashing the Death Walkers. With his mom missing and New York in chaos, Alex and his friend Ren must confront these ancient evils. Can they find his mother and stop a 3,000-year-old revenge plot before it's too late?
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

How the Sphinx Got to the Museum

By Jessie Hartland (Illustrator)

Discover the journey of Hatshepsut's sphinx from ancient Egypt to a New York museum.

40 pages· 1,844 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
3.5/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 292 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Uncover the mysterious journey of Pharaoh Hatshepsut's sphinx, from its creation in ancient Egypt to its prestigious home in New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. What secrets does this artifact hold?
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