Books About Wishes Coming True

The Best Wishes Coming True Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about wishes coming true? 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 3 Favorite Books About Wishes Coming True

The Mouse Before Christmas
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1997

The Mouse Before Christmas

A mouse embarks on a magical sleigh ride with Santa.

32 pages· 623 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 305 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Join a curious mouse on a magical journey as it races across bridges, soars over lakes, and circles the globe in Santa's sleigh. Will the mouse catch a glimpse of the jolly man himself? This enchanting adventure promises wonder and excitement at every turn.
12 to 22
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

12 to 22

A mysterious filter propels a tween into her future, revealing unexpected changes.

272 pages· 49,770 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 1,514 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Harper's half-birthday gift of social media access leads to an unexpected adventure when a mysterious filter catapults her into her 22-year-old self. Thrilled by newfound freedom and a dream job, Harper soon realizes that her future isn't as perfect as it seems. As she navigates this new world, she must decide if the life she glimpses is truly what she desires. Can Harper use the filter to shape her destiny, or will unforeseen glitches alter her path forever? Dive into a journey of self-discovery and unexpected twists in this modern-day time-travel tale.
A Magical Birthday
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2025

A Magical Birthday

By Ana Punset, Diana Vicedo (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Unicornia series

A birthday party in Unicornia goes awry. Can magic save the day?

128 pages· 4,845 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 284 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the enchanting land of Unicornia, Pippa's birthday party is anything but ordinary. With enchanted cakes and flavor-changing candies, it's a dream come true—until things go wrong. As chaos threatens to ruin the celebration, Pippa's friends must use their wits and the magic of Unicornia to turn disaster into delight. Will they succeed in making Pippa's day as magical as planned? Discover the wonders and surprises that await in this whimsical adventure.