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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
The Adventure Is Now
By Jess Redman
A boy must solve cryptic clues to save a threatened island.
336 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 483 ratings
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Books About Uncles · 88 titles considered
The Best Uncles Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about uncles? 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 Uncles
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2012
The Diviners
By Libba Bray · Book #1 in the The Diviners series
A young woman uses her hidden powers to hunt a killer in 1920s New York.
578 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 102,420 ratings
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012
Book Uncle and Me
A young girl named Yasmin visits a free library on the corner and returns a book about doves and their king, who gets stuck in a hunter's net.
152 pages· 15,819 words· Est. 2 hour read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,272 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2001
Everything on a Waffle
By Polly Horvath · Book #1 in the Coal Harbour series
An 11-year-old's unwavering hope leads her on a journey of discovery after her parents vanish at sea.
160 pages· 32,159 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 11,534 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
The Silver Arrow
By Lev Grossman · Book #1 in the The Silver Arrow series
A birthday gift steam locomotive whisks siblings on a magical, world-saving adventure.
272 pages· 36,046 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,205 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
The Big Ideas of Buster Bickles
By Dave Wasson
A machine turns Buster's wild ideas into reality, causing chaos.
40 pages· 401 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·3.5/5 Goodreads · 84 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2008
Uncle Monarch and the Day of the Dead
By Judy Goldman, Rene King Moreno (Illustrator)
Lupita discovers the true meaning of Día de Muertos when her uncle can't join the celebration.
32 pages· 1,249 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 48 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2007
The Gardener
By Sarah Stewart, David Small (Illustrator)
A girl transforms a gray city with her secret rooftop garden.
40 pages· 1,038 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 415 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–11 · 2023
Way of the Warrior Kid
Can Marc become a warrior and stand up to the school bully before summer ends?
192 pages· 24,945 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 5,041 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2005
America's White Table
By Margot Theis Raven, Mike Benny (Illustrator)
A white table honors the sacrifices of fallen and missing soldiers.
48 pages· 1,066 words· Est. 12 min read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 387 ratings
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Uncles Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about uncles for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Uncle Jed's Barbershop
Ages 4–8 · 1993
A barber dreams of his own shop amidst 1920s segregation and setbacks.
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What Are Your Words?
Ages 4–8 · 2021
Ari searches for the right pronouns on a day of discovery.
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Branches of Hope
Ages 4–7 · 2021
A tree survives 9/11, symbolizing hope and resilience amid devastation.
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$599
Uncle Elephant
Ages 4–8 · 1981
A little elephant's magical visit with his uncle ends too soon.
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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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The Big Green Book
Ages 4–8 · 1962
A boy finds a magic book and chaos ensues.
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Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Ages 3–6 · 2008
Chloe fears losing her uncle to marriage but discovers family only grows with love.
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Angelina and Henry
Ages 4–8 · 2002
Lost in the mountains, can they find their way back?
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A Stack of Alpacas
Ages 3–5 · 2020
Can an alpaca handle a wild afternoon with mischievous little ones?
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$499
Go West, Amelia Bedelia!
Ages 4–8 · 2011
Chaos ensues when she visits her uncle's ranch.
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The Train
Ages 6–8 · 2020
A train once took children away, changing lives forever. Can hope and remembrance bring healing to a community's past?
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The Funeral
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A funeral sparks unexpected questions about life and death.
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Uncles Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about uncles for developing and independent readers.
Graphic Nov.
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$2199
The Tea Dragon Festival
Ages 8–12 · 2019
A dragon awakens after 80 years, seeking purpose and lost time.
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$1099
The Loch Ness Punster
Ages 8–12 · 2015
A boy inherits a mysterious castle, but secrets and family tensions loom large.
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El Camino del Pequeno Guerrero
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Can Marc become a warrior and face the school bully before summer ends?
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$1699
Samantha Spinner and the Spectacular Specs
Ages 8–12 · 2019
A rusty umbrella leads to global secrets. Can Samantha solve the mystery before time runs out?
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$799
Bad Kitty vs The Babysitter
Ages 7–10 · 2010
Uncle Murray faces chaos as petsitter for mischievous Kitty and Puppy.
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$1599
Marc's Mission
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Can Marc help another kid find their inner warrior?
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$799
Cryptid Hunters
Ages 10–13 · 2005
Two teens race to uncover cryptids and family secrets in a jungle adventure.
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$799
Welcome to Moldy Manor
Ages 7–10 · 2014
A mouse learns to save money after his bank account is drained.
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$1099
The Lost City of Faar
Ages 10–14 · 2003
A boy must save a water world from disaster and uncover a legendary land.
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$1699
Birdie and Me
Ages 9–12 · 2020
Two siblings seek a true home after their mother's death, facing unexpected family challenges.
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$799
Chasing Redbird
Ages 8–12 · 1997
A hidden trail holds secrets that could change everything for a young girl seeking answers.
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$899
A Corner of the Universe
Ages 9–12 · 2002
A shy girl meets her enigmatic uncle, unraveling family secrets and changing her world forever.