Books About Viking History

The Best Viking History Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about viking history? 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 Invisible Friend
#3 in Series
Vikings
#33 in Series
Who Was Leif Erikson?
Series
Mystery of the Map
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Viking History

The Invisible Friend
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 9–16 · 2004

The Invisible Friend

By Lois Walfrid Johnson · Book #3 in the Viking Quest series

A captive in Norway, Bree uncovers secrets and awaits rescue. Can she find freedom before winter's grip tightens?

224 pages· 39,425 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,287 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Briana O'Toole, an Irish chieftain's daughter, finds herself a prisoner in the Norwegian fjords. As she navigates her uncertain fate, Bree suspects her captor, Mikkel, harbors a secret. Mysterious messages hint at hope, but with winter approaching, Bree anxiously awaits her brother Devin's rescue. Can they uncover the truth and find the courage to claim their freedom before it's too late?
Vikings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2015

Vikings

By Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce, Carlo Molinari (Illustrator) · Book #33 in the Magic Tree House: Fact Tracker series

The Vikings were skilled warriors and explorers who sailed from Scandinavia to raid and settle in various parts of Europe and beyond, leaving a lasting legacy in history and culture.

128 pages· 5,954 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 208 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join Jack and Annie as they unravel the mysteries of the Vikings. From daring raids to legendary ships, their quest for answers leads to surprising discoveries. What truths will they uncover?
Who Was Leif Erikson?
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018

Who Was Leif Erikson?

By Nico Medina, Who HQ, Dede Putra (Illustrator) · Who Was . . . ? series

Discover the Viking who reached North America centuries before Columbus.

112 pages· 7,860 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 440 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join Leif Erikson, the daring Viking explorer, as he ventures to Vinland, becoming the first European to set foot in North America. With a legacy of navigation and adventure, Leif's journey unfolds amidst fierce seas and ancient myths. What challenges await in this untamed land, and how will his discoveries shape history? Dive into the world of Vikings and uncover the secrets of their legendary voyages.
Mystery of the Map
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Mystery of the Map

By Jack Chabert, Kory Merritt (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Poptropica series

Three siblings find themselves stranded on a mysterious island after a hot-air balloon ride goes wrong.

112 pages· 2,403 words· Est. 36 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 773 ratings
$9.95Save 4%
Hardcover
Summary: Oliver, Mya, and Jorge crash-land on a mysterious island teeming with extinct creatures and hostile Vikings. As they search for a way home, they uncover a secret that threatens Poptropica's existence. Can they solve the mystery and escape, or will they be trapped forever? Adventure and danger await in this thrilling graphic novel.
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