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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2021
Violets Are Blue
By Barbara Dee
A young girl faces family secrets and broken trust amidst a fresh start.
304 pages· 50,561 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,547 ratings
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Books About Theater And Musicals · 257 titles considered
The Best Theater And Musicals Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about theater and musicals? 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 10 Favorite Books About Theater And Musicals
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999
The Bad Beginning
By Lemony Snicket, Brett Helquist (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the A Series of Unfortunate Events series
Three siblings face misfortune and a villain's plot to steal their fortune.
162 pages· 24,054 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 581,958 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008
Kenny & the Dragon
By Tony DiTerlizzi · Book #1 in the Kenny & The Dragon series
A boy must save his dragon friend from a village's deadly misunderstanding.
151 pages· 21,192 words· Est. 3 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 6,017 ratings
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$2071
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2010
Will Grayson, Will Grayson
By David Green, John; Levithan · Book #1 in the Will Grayson, Will Grayson series
Two teens named Will Grayson meet, altering their lives forever.
352 pages· 74,277 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 414,883 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002
Surviving the Applewhites
By Stephanie S. Tolan · Book #1 in the Applewhites series
A rebellious boy meets his match in a quirky family's home school. Can he survive the chaos?
240 pages· 44,937 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 11,756 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10
Shai & Emmie Star in Break an Egg!
144 pages· 10,441 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.5/5 Goodreads · 112 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1995
Wombat Divine
By Mem Fox, Kerry Argent (Illustrator)
Wombat dreams of a Nativity role, but will he find his place?
32 pages· 397 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,001 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1991
Amazing Grace
A young girl dreams of playing the lead role in her school play despite others doubting her.
32 pages· 711 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 14,276 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2019
Maisy Goes to a Show
By Lucy Cousins · Maisy series
Experience the magic of a first theater show with Maisy and friends.
32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 143 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
Act 3
Two friends face a choice: auditions or a drama competition. What will they choose?
256 pages· 43,091 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 146 ratings
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Theater And Musicals Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about theater and musicals for the youngest readers and listeners.
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The School Play
Ages 2–5 · 1995
Stage fright strikes during a school play. Can a brother's support save the day?
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Peter Pan
Ages 0–3 · 2020
Join a magical adventure to Neverland, where flying, pirates, and fairy dust await.
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$599
I Am Elphaba
Ages 2–5 · 2024
Discover the misunderstood green-skinned woman's journey in a magical world of intrigue and friendship.
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I Am Glinda
Ages 2–5 · 2024
Discover Glinda's magical world and her thrilling adventures with Elphaba and the Wizard.
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$799
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Ages 0–4 · 2022
A family finds a singing crocodile in their attic.
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Theater And Musicals Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about theater and musicals for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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The Berenstain Bears: God Loves You!
Ages 4–8 · 2008
Two bear siblings try out for their school's play and basketball team, but things don't go as planned.
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Mr. Wayne's Masterpiece
Ages 5–8 · 2014
A shy artist must conquer stage fright to save the school play.
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The Berenstain Bears Give Thanks
Ages 4–8 · 2009
Will Sister Bear's pet turkey become Thanksgiving dinner?
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Not Quite Snow White
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A young girl auditions for a school play and faces self-doubt and criticism from her peers.
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Very Short Fairy Tales to Read Together
Ages 4–8 · 2004
Discover fairy tales reimagined with playful rhymes and colorful dialogues for young readers.
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The Berenstain Bears Get Stage Fright
Ages 3–7 · 1986
Sister Bear faces stage fright in the school play. Will she overcome it?
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All About Ellie
Ages 5–9 · 2012
A young girl navigates her passion for performing and her responsibilities as a member of a group caring for abandoned rabbits.
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Bard of Avon
Ages 6–10 · 1992
A small-town boy becomes the world's greatest playwright amidst intrigue and theater fires.
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$1889
William Shakespeare & the Globe
Ages 4–8 · 1999
Explore Shakespeare's world from Elizabethan London to the Globe's rebirth.
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$1899
Can You See a Little Bear?
Ages 2–5 · 2005
Can you find the missing bear in whimsical settings?
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$599
Thanksgiving Turkey Trouble
Ages 4–8 · 2008
Freddy must play the turkey in the Thanksgiving play, facing laughter and embarrassment.
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$499
Annie and Snowball and the Shining Star
Ages 5–7 · 2009
Annie faces stage fright on her big night. Can her family help her shine?
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Theater And Musicals Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about theater and musicals for developing and independent readers.
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$499
No Biz Like Show Biz
Ages 7–9 · 2007
A magic wind swaps identities before the school play. Chaos ensues.
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$899
Thea Stilton and the Missing Myth
Ages 7–10 · 2014
A missing actor threatens a Greek play. Can the Thea Sisters save the show?
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$499
Cooper
Ages 7–10 · 2014
A young boy is forced to participate in a play about the founding of his town, but everything changes when a puppy joins the cast
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The Chance to Fly
Ages 8–12 · 2021
A theater-loving girl in a wheelchair faces unexpected challenges to perform in her dream musical.
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$799
A Mouseford Musical
Ages 7–10 · 2018
A musical at Mouseford Academy sparks fierce competition and hidden schemes.
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$899
Thea Stilton and the Phantom of the Orchestra
Ages 7–10 · 2019
A mysterious saboteur threatens a London play. Can the Sisters save the show?
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$1899
Tune It Out
Ages 10–13 · 2020
A girl must find her voice after her world is upended.
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$799
Star-Crossed
Ages 9–13 · 2017
Mattie navigates crushes and chaos in a school play, discovering love's complexities.
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
A Graphic Novel (Graphic Novel)
Ages 9–12 · 2020
A class clown's jokes hide her struggles. Can laughter keep her family together?
Graphic Nov.
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$1099
Drama
Ages 10–13 · 2012
Middle school theater chaos unfolds as Callie tackles set design, teamwork, and unexpected romance.
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$599
Red Riding Hood Gets Lost
Ages 8–12 · 2014
Lost in Neverwood, Red Riding Hood must confront her fears and a mysterious foe.
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$699
The Ghost Backstage
Ages 6–8 · 2014
A young ghost named Kaz tries to find his family with the help of his friend Claire, a solid girl who can see ghosts.