Books About Time Management

The Best Time Management Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about time management? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

Eva's Treetop Festival

By Rebecca Elliott · Book #1 in the Owl Diaries series

A young owl named Eva Wingdale organizes a spring festival for her school, with the help of her friends and classmates

80 pages· 2,612 words· Est. 39 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,047 ratings
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Summary: Eva Wingdale faces a daunting task: organizing the school spring festival. Overwhelmed by the endless details, even with her friend Lucy's support, Eva wonders if she must turn to Sue, her frenemy, for help. Will she risk asking Sue, or will the festival be doomed? Dive into Eva's diary to discover if friendship can overcome challenges and save the day.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Break

By Kayla Miller · Book #6 in the Click series

Spring break with dad tests Olive's patience and emotions. Can she find joy or will it all fall apart?

220 pages· 8,083 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,435 ratings
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Summary: Olive faces a challenging spring break, leaving her friends for a week with her dad in the city. While her sibling Goober is excited, Olive struggles with feelings of loneliness and resentment from her dad's past move. As she navigates the tension, Olive must decide if she can reconnect with her father or let the week become a missed opportunity. Will she find a way to embrace the present, or will her fear of missing out ruin her break? Discover Olive's journey of second chances and unexpected connections.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

A Smart Girl's Guide: Getting It Together

Discover how to organize your life and reclaim your time.

96 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 199 ratings
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Summary: Struggling with chaos and clutter? This guide offers practical tips and fun quizzes to help girls organize their space and time. Learn to manage your life, reduce stress, and make room for what you love. Will you take charge and transform your daily routine?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Voodoo Vultures from Venus

By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Ricky Ricotta series

A mouse and his robot must stop alien vultures from stealing Earth's food.

128 pages· 1,763 words· Est. 19 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,987 ratings
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Summary: Ricky Ricotta, a small mouse, and his giant robot friend face a cosmic challenge. When Victor Von Vulture from Venus invades Earth with his Video Vultures, aiming to steal all the food in Squeakyville, only Ricky and his robot can thwart the villain's plan. As they navigate this high-stakes adventure, their friendship and courage are put to the test. Can they save the day and send the alien invaders back into space, or will Squeakyville fall under Victor's spell? Join Ricky and his Mighty Robot in this thrilling battle against intergalactic foes.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006

The Christmas Toy Factory

A reluctant Santa faces a holiday challenge in New Mouse City.

128 pages· 6,896 words· Est. 58 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,582 ratings
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Summary: Geronimo Stilton loves Christmas, but this year, his grandfather's request turns the holiday upside down. Tasked with dressing as Santa and entertaining mouselets, Geronimo dreams of escaping with reindeer. Can he survive the festive chaos and uncover a new story? Join him in a whirlwind of holiday hilarity and unexpected adventures in New Mouse City.
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1993

Thomas and the School Trip

A determined engine faces obstacles to get schoolchildren home safely.

30 pages· 327 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,308 ratings
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Summary: A cheeky blue engine is on a mission to take schoolchildren home after their train yard visit. Despite numerous challenges, this determined engine won't be derailed. Will it overcome the hurdles?
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1992

The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Pressure

The Bear family juggles hectic schedules, seeking balance and family time.

32 pages· 1,377 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,043 ratings
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Summary: In Bear Country, Brother and Sister Bear's packed schedules leave little room for family fun. As Mama and Papa juggle their own interests, the pressure mounts. Can the Bear family find a way to balance responsibilities and enjoy time together? Discover how they navigate their busy lives and learn to prioritize what truly matters.
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1999

The Berenstain Bears Catch the Bus

Will the Cubs catch the bus before it's too late?

32 pages· 311 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 350 ratings
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Summary: It's a race against time as the Cubs scramble to catch the school bus. With the clock ticking and chaos reigning in the Bear household, will Brother and Sister make it out the door in time? Experience the relatable morning mayhem and find out if they can beat the clock or face the consequences of missing the bus.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1991

Clean Your Room, Harvey Moon!

A messy room stands between Harvey and his cartoons. Can he clean it in time?

32 pages· 434 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 152 ratings
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Summary: Harvey faces a daunting task: cleaning his chaotic room to watch cartoons. Clothes are strewn everywhere, and forgotten snacks lurk under the bed. Just when he thinks he's finished, his mom's standards reveal a new challenge. Will Harvey ever meet her expectations and enjoy his cartoons?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Fox Is Late

A fox rushes to get home in time for lunch.

32 pages· 97 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 399 ratings
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Summary: Fox is in a rush, zipping through town on his skateboard, trying to make it home for lunch. His curious animal friends trail behind, eager to discover what he's up to. As Fox zooms over and under obstacles, the anticipation builds. What surprise awaits them at the end of this wild ride? Join Fox and his friends in this delightful adventure, perfect for young readers eager to explore the unexpected.
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Time Management Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about time management for preschool and elementary-age readers.

In a Minute, Mama Bear

Ages 2–5 · 2019

A busy day turns into unexpected fun when plans change unexpectedly.

A Little SPOT of Organization

2020

A little SPOT helps kids organize their chaos.

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Screen Time Is Not Forever

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Discover the balance between screen time and screen-free fun for kids.

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The Berenstain Bears Bears on Time

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Can the Bear family overcome their lateness with a new plan inspired by a biblical lesson?

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I'll NEVER Get All of That Done!

Ages 5–11 · 2020

Blake juggles homework, chores, and a bake sale. Can he master the 3 Ps to manage it all?

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How Did You Miss That?

Ages 5–11 · 2019

Can Braden overcome his sloppiness and master self-monitoring before it's too late?

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It Was Just Right Here!

Ages 5–10 · 2018

A disorganized kid must learn to tidy up before chaos takes over his life.

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Llama Llama Very Busy Springtime

Ages 3–5 · 2020

Llama Llama juggles too many plans, learns valuable lessons.

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Time Management Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about time management for developing and independent readers.

Stella Díaz Dreams Big

Ages 6–9 · 2021

Can Stella balance her busy life and make her dreams come true?

Fast Break

Ages 8–12

Timmy's Monster Diary

Ages 7–11 · 2017

A monster's screen time obsession leads to hilarious self-discovery.

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