Books About Viking Culture

The Best Viking Culture Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about viking culture? 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 Viking Culture

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2017

Journey Through Ash and Smoke

By Kate Messner, Kelley McMorris (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Ranger in Time series

A young girl named Helga travels through a treacherous landscape to find her father and bring him home to her ailing mother.

160 pages· 14,233 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 526 ratings

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Summary: Ranger, a time-traveling golden retriever, lands in Viking age Iceland. He meets Helga, a brave girl who rescues him. As a volcano threatens to erupt and Helga's sibling arrives early, they must navigate perilous terrain to find her father. But if Helga doesn't need Ranger's help, how will he return home? Adventure and uncertainty await in this thrilling journey through ash and smoke.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2009

How to Break a Dragon's Heart

By Cressida Cowell · Book #8 in the How to Train Your Dragon series

A young Viking named Hiccup must navigate treacherous waters and battle fierce dragons to save his tribe and uncover the secrets of his past.

299 pages· 39,628 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 9,566 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup finds himself stranded on the perilous Beach of the Broken Heart, where he must confront Ug the Uglithug and tackle an impossible task. With Toothless by his side, he battles Berserks, dodges Scarers, and races against time to save Fishlegs from the Beast. An old enemy lurks, harboring a dark secret about the Lost Throne. Can Hiccup unravel the mystery and survive the challenges, or will he fall victim to the island's dangers? The clock is ticking, and the stakes have never been higher.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004

How to Be a Pirate

By Cressida Cowell · Book #2 in the How to Train Your Dragon series

A young Viking named Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third embarks on a quest to find the treasure of his ancestor, Grimbeard the Ghastly.

211 pages· 27,581 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.2/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 22,374 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup stumbles upon a mysterious riddle promising the treasure of Grimbeard the Ghastly, his pirate ancestor. With his friends, he embarks on a perilous quest, facing deadly dragons and ruthless Viking pirates. As they hone their swordfighting skills, the stakes rise: will they outwit their foes and claim the legendary treasure, or will the island's dangers prove too great? Dive into a world of adventure, humor, and unexpected twists as Hiccup's journey unfolds.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

The Hiking Viking

By Laura Gehl, Timothy Banks (Illustrator)

A peaceful Viking faces the ultimate test in the Viking Games. Will he surprise his clan?

32 pages· 497 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

3.9/5 Goodreads · 307 ratings

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Summary: Leif, a Viking who cherishes solitude and nature, faces a challenge when his clan demands participation in the boisterous Viking Games. As his peers revel in competition, Leif must find a way to contribute. Will he disappoint his clan, or does he hold a secret treasure that could change everything? Discover how Leif's unique perspective might just turn the tide in this tale of staying true to oneself and valuing the wonders of the world.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

How to Fight a Dragon's Fury

By Cressida Cowell · How to Train Your Dragon series

A boy must save dragons and end a rebellion to secure the Viking world's future.

472 pages· 64,605 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.6/5 Goodreads · 6,855 ratings

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Summary: In the epic finale, Hiccup faces the Doomsday of Yule, where the fate of dragons and the Viking world rests on his shoulders. With nothing to show but everything to fight for, he must quell a rebellion and prove himself as king. Can Hiccup rise to the challenge and save dragonkind, or will the Viking world fall into chaos? The stakes have never been higher in this thrilling adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2013

How to Betray a Dragon's Hero

By Cressida Cowell · How to Train Your Dragon series

A Viking faces a dilemma as a battle threatens his world.

366 pages· 45,306 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 7,043 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup the Viking faces his greatest challenge yet as an impending battle looms, threatening to destroy everything he holds dear. With friend turning against foe, Hiccup must navigate personal dilemmas and make choices that could alter the fate of his world. As tensions rise, will he find a way to unite dragons and Vikings, or will chaos reign? Dive into this thrilling adventure where loyalty is tested and courage is paramount.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008

A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons

By Cressida Cowell · How to Train Your Dragon series

A young Viking named Hiccup embarks on a journey to prove himself as a great warrior.

233 pages· 21,101 words· Est. 3 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,047 ratings

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Summary: On his birthday, Hiccup faces a daring mission: steal a sacred book to save his dragon, Toothless, from banishment. Navigating the heavily guarded Meathead Public Library, he must outwit the Hairy Scary Librarian and his fierce Meathead Warriors. With Driller-Dragons lurking, Hiccup's courage and cunning are put to the ultimate test. Can he succeed and celebrate another birthday, or will this adventure be his last? Dive into a world where books are dangerous and dragons are friends, and discover if Hiccup can outsmart the odds to protect his beloved companion.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2012

How to Seize a Dragon's Jewel

By Cressida Cowell · Book #10 in the How to Train Your Dragon series

A young Viking named Hiccup must navigate a treacherous world of dragons and rival tribes to find a legendary jewel and save his people.

389 pages· 53,043 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 7,848 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup, now an outcast, faces his greatest challenge as the Dragon Rebellion threatens his Viking world. To save his people, he must embark on a perilous quest to find the elusive Dragon's Jewel. With danger at every turn and time running out, can Hiccup rise to the occasion and become the hero his people need? Dive into this thrilling adventure where loyalty, courage, and destiny collide.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

How to Steal a Dragon's Sword

By Cressida Cowell · Book #9 in the How to Train Your Dragon series

A dragon rebellion threatens the Vikings. Can Hiccup save them?

355 pages· 46,876 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 8,884 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III faces his greatest challenge yet as a dragon rebellion sweeps the Archipelago. With vicious dragons targeting him, Hiccup must gather the King's Lost Things to become the savior they need. Armed with only a sword, he must outsmart a witch, confront his nemesis, and fend off a dragon army. Can this unlikely hero rise to the occasion and save his people from doom?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008

How to Ride a Dragon's Storm

By Cressida Cowell · Book #7 in the How to Train Your Dragon series

A Viking hero races against time to save his father and win a perilous challenge.

288 pages· 33,593 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 10,634 ratings

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Summary: Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III faces a daunting quest: discover America, return to Berk, save his father, and battle fierce Polarserpents—all within a tight deadline. With the annual Inter-Tribal Friendly Swimming Race looming, Hiccup must summon all his courage and wit. Can this reluctant Viking hero overcome the odds and emerge victorious? Dive into a world of adventure and humor as Hiccup navigates treacherous waters and unexpected challenges. Will he succeed, or will the clock run out on his daring mission?

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