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The Best Trying New Things Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about trying new things? 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 Trumpet of the Swan
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Trying New Things

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1970

The Trumpet of the Swan

By E.B. White, Fred Marcellino (Illustrator)

A mute swan seeks love through a stolen trumpet's melody.

251 pages· 42,200 words· Est. 6 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 83,997 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2000

The Doll People

A century-old doll seeks adventure and mystery with new neighbors.

256 pages· 35,669 words· Est. 5 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,018 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1960

Green Eggs and Ham

A character is convinced to try something they initially dislike.

64 pages· 803 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 860,780 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

Appleblossom the Possum

By Holly Goldberg Sloan, Gary Rosen (Illustrator), Gary A. Rosen (Illustrator)

A young possum named Appleblossom navigates the dangers of the world with her family and learns to rely on her instincts and her brothers to survive

274 pages· 30,695 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,102 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

The World According to Humphrey

A hamster navigates a series of adventures and misadventures as he is passed from one family to another over the course of a school year.

124 pages· 26,622 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 8,365 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2019

Do You Like My Bike?

By Norm Feuti · Book #1 in the Hello, Hedgehog! series

A young boy tries to find his lost bike helmet and then goes for a bike ride with his friend.

48 pages· 631 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 448 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan

A boy's quest for cash leads to a surprising chicken venture.

128 pages· 10,584 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 194 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1988

Fox on the Job

Fox must find the perfect job to replace his broken bike. Will he succeed?

48 pages· 1,010 words· Est. 12 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 294 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

This Little Trailblazer

Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.

26 pages
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 460 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2013

Let's Go, Hugo!

A grounded bird must find courage to soar to new heights.

40 pages· 627 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 308 ratings
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Trying New Things Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about trying new things for the youngest readers and listeners.

When Your Llama Needs a Haircut

Ages 2–4 · 2018

It's picture day, and your llama's hair is a wild mess. Can you tame it in time?

Dinnertime for Chickies

Ages 1–3 · 2014

Tiny chickies learn to eat with help from farm friends.

My First Day

Ages 3–6 · 2015

A boy's first school day unfolds with new stories and friendships.

My New Shoes

Ages 3–6 · 2018

A little bear's shoe shopping adventure sparks imagination and fun.

Big Girl Panties

Ages 0–3 · 2012

A toddler's journey to ditch diapers for big girl panties.

Train!

Ages 0–6 · 2014

Can Little Elephant and friends find a way to play together despite their different toy preferences?

The Little Engine That Could

Ages 0–3 · 1930

A little engine faces a daunting mountain with determination and grit.

I'm Not Hatching

Ages 2–6 · 2016

Egg refuses to hatch, fearing the world outside.

Pouch!

Ages 0–3 · 2009

A baby kangaroo takes its first hops toward independence.

My Preschool

Ages 2–5 · 2008

A preschool day full of fun, friends, and farewells.

Amazing Me! Music!
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Amazing Me! Music!

Ages 3–6 · 2018

A group of friends celebrates boundless creativity.

Skip to the Loo! A Potty Book

Ages 2–5 · 2014

A party's in full swing, but someone important is missing. Who could it be?

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Trying New Things Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about trying new things for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Wally Does Not Want a Haircut

Ages 3–7 · 2016

A sheep's shaggy wool causes trouble, forcing him to face his fear of haircuts.

What Do You Do With a Chance?

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A child learns courage by seizing missed chances, discovering the magic of new experiences.

The Cow Who Climbed a Tree

Ages 4–8 · 2013

A cow claims to meet a dragon, leading her sisters on a surprising adventure.

I Heart You

Ages 2–8 · 2016

A child's journey of independence and the comforting embrace of parental love.

Town Mouse, Country Mouse

Ages 4–8 · 1994

Two mouse couples swap homes, facing unexpected adventures and challenges.

The Pink Refrigerator

Ages 7–10 · 2007

A mysterious pink refrigerator challenges a lazy man's routine with unexpected tasks.

My Brave Year of Firsts

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A young girl discovers bravery in trying new things for the first time.

Edmund Unravels

Ages 5–8 · 2015

A yarn ball's adventure reveals the joy of exploration and the warmth of home.

Sloppy Takes the Plunge

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A tree dragon resists bath time, but could cleanliness be fun too?

Bippity Bop Barbershop
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Bippity Bop Barbershop

Ages 4–7 · 2002

A boy faces his fear of the barbershop with his father's support.

Shark Nate-O

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A shark-loving boy must learn to swim to prove himself in a sibling showdown.

Sometimes You Fly
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Sometimes You Fly

Ages 4–7 · 2018

Celebrate life's milestones with humor and insight, embracing both failures and triumphs.

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Trying New Things Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about trying new things for developing and independent readers.

Bad Kitty Camp Daze

Ages 7–10 · 2018

A cat and dog duo find themselves lost in the woods and must work together to survive and find their way back home

Gudetama's Guide to Life
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Gudetama's Guide to Life

Ages 10–14 · 2018

Discover life lessons from a lazy egg pondering existence.

Class Act

Ages 6–8 · 2017

A young girl runs for student council and learns valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and being true to oneself

Roller Girl

Ages 9–12 · 2015

A girl navigates friendship and self-discovery through the challenges of roller derby and junior high.

Peanut Butter and Jelly

Ages 5–8 · 2018

A narwhal's life is changed after trying peanut butter for the first time.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Toot the Horn

Ages 6–9 · 1998

Can Mr. Putter and Mrs. Teaberry find their rhythm in a band without instruments?

5-Minute Pete the Cat Stories

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Join Pete the Cat on thrilling adventures, from dragon battles to beach fun.

Ivy + Bean Break the Fossil Record

Ages 6–10 · 2007

Two young friends try to break a world record and become famous.

Girls Who Code

Ages 10–14 · 2017

Discover how coding can transform your passions into reality.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Dance the Dance

Ages 6–9 · 2012

A man and his cat join their friends for a night of ballroom dancing.

Our Story Begins

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover the childhood sparks that ignited today's beloved storytellers.

Oakwing

Ages 7–11 · 2016

A girl becomes a fairy and embarks on a quest to find her missing mother.

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