Books About The Past

The Best The Past Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about the past? 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 Dead End
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Our 3 Favorite Books About The Past

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

The Dead End

By Mimi McCoy · Book #1 in the Poison Apple series

A summer in a haunted house turns terrifying as objects move on their own. Can Casey uncover the truth before it's too late?

192 pages· 27,910 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,557 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Casey Slater's summer plans crumble when her family moves to a remote town to restore a creepy old house. Rumors of haunting become reality as objects move mysteriously and eerie sounds echo through the halls. With her nerves on edge, Casey must confront the ghostly presence that seems determined to drive them away. Will she unravel the house's secrets, or will fear get the best of her? Dive into a chilling adventure where boredom is the least of Casey's worries.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Andi Unexpected

By Amanda Flower · Book #1 in the Andi Boggs series

A girl uncovers a family mystery hidden in an attic, leading to secrets and intrigue.

224 pages· 44,018 words· Est. 6 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 237 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Andi Boggs, reeling from her parents' sudden death, moves to rural Ohio with her sister. In their aunt's old house, Andi finds clues about a mysterious ancestor, another Andora Boggs, who vanished during the Great Depression. With her friend Colin, Andi delves into the past, facing townspeople's secrets and uncovering hidden truths. As they piece together the puzzle, they must decide whom to trust and why this mystery has been buried for so long. What happened to the first Andora, and why is her story shrouded in silence?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1985

Mandie and the Trunk's Secret

Old letters reveal secrets that test faith and courage.

128 pages· 29,859 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 2,040 ratings
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Summary: Mandie and her friend uncover mysterious letters in the attic, leading them on a journey through hidden secrets and unexpected dangers. As they delve deeper, they must confront challenges that test their courage and faith. What truths will they uncover, and how will it change their lives? Join Mandie in a tale of discovery and growth, where the past holds the key to the future.
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