Books About Tree Houses · 85 titles considered

The Best Tree Houses Books for Kids

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

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Tree Houses

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1992

Dinosaurs Before Dark

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca · Book #1 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel through time to the age of the dinosaurs

68 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 49,825 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie discover a mysterious tree house that transports them to the age of dinosaurs. Stranded in the prehistoric past, they must find a way back home before nightfall—or risk becoming a dinosaur's dinner. As they navigate this dangerous world, questions arise: Where did the tree house come from, and why does it hold such power? Their adventure is a race against time, filled with peril and wonder, as they uncover secrets that could change everything. Will they solve the mystery and escape, or will the prehistoric world claim them forever?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2001

Christmas in Camelot

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series

Two siblings travel back in time to Camelot to retrieve a magical water that will save the kingdom from a terrible curse

144 pages· 10,951 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 11,713 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie receive a mysterious invitation to spend Christmas Eve in the mythical Camelot. What begins as a magical holiday turns into a perilous quest to save the legendary kingdom. With Camelot's greatest knights defeated, can these young adventurers succeed where others have failed? Join them on a thrilling journey through time and myth, where the fate of Camelot hangs in the balance. Will their courage and wits be enough to overcome the challenges ahead?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2000

Revolutionary War on Wednesday

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #22 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel back in time to the Revolutionary War to help a magical librarian save Camelot

69 pages· 5,327 words· Est. 1 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 10,115 ratings

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Summary: On a snowy night, Jack and Annie are whisked back to colonial times by the Magic Tree House. With General Washington's plans threatened by a storm, they must ensure history unfolds as it should. Can they help Washington succeed, or will the future be altered forever? The fate of a nation hangs in the balance as they navigate this thrilling adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1994

Pirates Past Noon

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings discover a mysterious treehouse that transports them back in time to the age of pirates, where they encounter a parrot who leads them on a treasure hunt.

80 pages· 5,323 words· Est. 1 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 23,429 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie embark on a thrilling journey when the Magic Tree House transports them to a world of deserted islands and ruthless pirates. As they navigate secret maps and high-seas danger, they must decide if they can uncover hidden treasure or face the peril of walking the plank. With each twist, the stakes rise, challenging their courage and wits. Will they outsmart the pirates and return safely, or will the adventure prove too treacherous? Dive into this captivating tale of mystery and bravery on the open seas.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1993

The Knight at Dawn

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel through time to the Middle Ages and find themselves in the middle of a castle feast

66 pages· 5,260 words· Est. 59 min read

7.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 28,827 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie are whisked to the Middle Ages by the Magic Tree House, landing in a castle with a hidden passage. As a grand feast unfolds in the Great Hall, they must navigate being unwelcome guests. Can they uncover the castle's secrets and find their way home, or will the medieval mysteries keep them trapped? Discover the thrilling twists as they explore the unknown and face challenges that test their courage and wit. Will they escape unnoticed, or will the past hold them captive?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1997

Ghost Town at Sundown

By Mary Pope Osborne · Book #10 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel through time and space to solve a mystery in the Wild West

96 pages· 6,451 words· Est. 1 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 14,988 ratings

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Summary: Jack and Annie's magic tree house whisks them to the Wild West, where they encounter horse thieves, a lost colt, and rattlesnakes. With a cowboy named Slim by their side, they must solve a mysterious riddle. Is the town haunted, and will a ghost hold the key to their adventure? Join them as they race against time in a thrilling quest filled with danger and excitement.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Flashlight Night

By Matt Forrest Esenwine, Fred Koehler (Illustrator)

A flashlight reveals a world of adventure and danger in the backyard.

New York Public Library 100 Best Books for Kids (2017)

32 pages· 146 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 497 ratings

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Summary: Three children embark on a nighttime adventure with a flashlight, transforming their backyard into a realm of mystery. They face a tiger, a pirate, and even an Egyptian god. As they conquer each challenge, they grow braver and wiser, returning to their tree house to discover the books that sparked their journey. What other worlds await in the beam of their flashlight?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2021

The 143-Story Treehouse

By Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton (Illustrator) · The Treehouse series

Two friends, Andy and Terry, go on a camping trip and get into various misadventures, including an encounter with mysterious creatures called hobyahs.

304 pages· 11,721 words· Est. 3 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,656 ratings

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Summary: In a 143-story treehouse filled with quirky wonders, Andy seeks a break from stress. But when a camping trip goes awry, with forgotten supplies and vanishing campers, Andy must navigate spooky woods to save his friends and finish their book. Will he succeed before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

The 130-Story Treehouse

By Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton (Illustrator) · The Treehouse series

Three friends are abducted by a giant flying eyeball and taken to a planet where they must fight in an intergalactic death battle.

384 pages· 10,746 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,267 ratings

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Summary: Andy, Terry, and Jill's 130-story treehouse is full of wonders, but when a giant flying eyeball abducts them, their excitement turns to peril. On Planet Eyeballia, they must navigate a hostile world to escape and return to Earth. Can they outsmart their captors and finish their book in time? Join this wild intergalactic adventure filled with humor and unexpected twists.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

Amelia Bedelia Cleans Up

By Herman Parish, Lynne Avril (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Amelia Bedelia Chapter Books series

A young girl and her friends try to save a vacant lot from being sold and turned into a parking lot.

160 pages· 12,633 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 453 ratings

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Summary: Amelia Bedelia and her friends stumble upon a vacant lot, perfect for their explorers' clubhouse. With a massive tree at its center, it's an ideal spot—if only it weren't such a mess. As they clean up, unexpected challenges arise, turning their simple project into a whirlwind of chaos and fun. Will they manage to create their dream clubhouse, or will the trouble prove too much? Join Amelia and her friends in this adventure filled with laughter, friendship, and a touch of mischief, as they navigate the ups and downs of turning a dream into reality.

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Tree Houses Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about tree houses for preschool and elementary-age readers.

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Pete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A cat builds a treehouse and invites his friends to play.

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$1795

The Better Tree Fort

Ages 4–7 · 2018

A boy learns the true value of his tree fort isn't in its size but in the love it holds.

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The Fort

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A prince and pirate clash over a fort, leading to unexpected teamwork.

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Flora's Tree House

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Siblings' imaginations collide, revealing the magic of playing together.

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Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House

Ages 5–7 · 2002

Can Henry find a way for Mudge to enjoy the new tree house too?

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House Held Up by Trees

Ages 4–8 · 2012

An abandoned house succumbs to nature's quiet triumph as wild trees reclaim the land.

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That Neighbor Kid

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A girl discovers a secret project and a new friendship in her neighbor's backyard.

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Everything You Need for a Treehouse

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Discover the magic and adventure hidden in treehouses.

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Up in the Leaves

Ages 5–9 · 2018

A boy secretly builds treehouses in Central Park, evading park workers.

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The Monster Next Door

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A boy's friendship with a monster is tested by a noisy tuba and a water-balloon fight.

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The Tree House That Jack Built

Ages 3–5 · 2014

A tree house full of animals and secrets awaits. What happens when the bell rings?

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The Tallest Tree House

Ages 4–7 · 2019

Two fairies race to build the tallest tree house, but teamwork becomes their only hope.

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Tree Houses Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about tree houses for developing and independent readers.

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Graphic Nov.

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Dinosaurs Before Dark (Graphic Novel)

Ages 7–11 · 2021

Two siblings travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs

#30 in Series

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Hurricane Heroes in Texas

Ages 6–9 · 2020

Two siblings travel back in time to Galveston, Texas, in 1900, where they experience the Great Galveston Hurricane and help people in need

#33 in Series

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Narwhal on a Sunny Night

Ages 6–9 · 2021

Two siblings travel through time to Greenland to help a narwhal and meet a young Viking explorer.

#35 in Series

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Camp Time in California

Ages 6–9 · 2022

Two siblings travel through time to the early twentieth century and find themselves in the midst of a grand adventure in the Yosemite wilderness.

#27 in Series

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Night of the Ninth Dragon

Ages 7–10 · 2016

Two siblings travel through time to help King Arthur and his kingdom.

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The 52-Story Treehouse

Ages 9–12 · 2014

Two friends try to solve a mystery involving a missing publisher and a magical treehouse.

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$899

The 39-Story Treehouse

Ages 9–12 · 2013

Explore a 39-story treehouse with wild inventions and unexpected adventures.

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The 26-Story Treehouse

Ages 9–12 · 2011

A week to write a book turns chaotic with sharks, storms, and a mysterious maze.

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The 104-Story Treehouse

Ages 9–12 · 2018

A boy and his friend try to write a book while dealing with a toothache and various distractions.

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Graphic Nov.

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The 117-Story Treehouse

Ages 9–12 · 2019

Can Andy and Terry escape the Story Police in their chaotic treehouse?

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The 91-Story Treehouse

Ages 7–11 · 2017

Babysitting chaos unfolds in a 91-story treehouse full of wild inventions and mysteries.

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The 65-Story Treehouse

Ages 6–10 · 2015

Two friends travel through time to get a building permit for their treehouse.

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