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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015
Timeline
By Peter Goes
Explore history's timeline from the Big Bang to future wonders.
80 pages
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 434 ratings
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Books About Mythology · 1,539 titles considered
The Best Mythology Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about mythology? 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 Mythology
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016
The Adventurer's Guide to Successful Escapes
By Wade Albert White · Book #1 in the The Adventurer's Guide series
A quest unfolds as Anne faces riddles and monstrous foes, with dragons hiding secrets.
384 pages· 64,851 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,079 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1974
The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles
Three children embark on a magical quest to find a legendary creature in a hidden land.
209 pages· 52,540 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,228 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017
Ivy
A contest for tidiness clashes with magical chaos at Ivy's grandmother's cottage.
144 pages· 15,601 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 537 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018
The Language of Spells
By Garret Weyr, Katie Harnett (Illustrator)
A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.
299 pages· 53,765 words· Est. 6 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,023 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2015
A Dragon's Guide to the Care and Feeding of Humans
A young girl discovers a magical sketchbook that brings her drawings to life, but also attracts a monster that feeds on magic.
192 pages· 29,050 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,256 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2005
The Lightning Thief
By Rick Riordan · Book #1 in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series
A boy discovers he's a demigod and must retrieve Zeus's stolen lightning bolt to prevent a divine war.
375 pages· 87,265 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,531,982 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
By Grace Lin · Book #1 in the Where the Mountain Meets the Moon series
A girl seeks the Old Man on the Moon to change her family's fortune.
278 pages· 42,343 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 55,415 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017
Dragons and Marshmallows
A young girl discovers a magical world of creatures in her backyard and learns to care for them with the help of her scientist mother
96 pages· 8,263 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 5,443 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2014
Rise of the Earth Dragon
A young boy is taken from his home to become a Dragon Master for the king
96 pages· 5,987 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 8,255 ratings
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Mythology Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about mythology for the youngest readers and listeners.
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Puff, the Magic Dragon
Ages 2–3 · 2007
A boy and his dragon embark on timeless adventures.
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That's Not My Dragon...
Ages 0–3 · 2006
Search for the elusive dragon through touch and feel.
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$999
Never Touch a Dragon!
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Dare to touch the untouchable dragon in this playful, tactile adventure.
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$999
The Making of Butterflies
Ages 0–4 · 2023
Discover why the Creator made butterflies in this enchanting folktale.
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$599
I'm a Unicorn
Ages 2–5 · 2018
Discover a unicorn's magical world and enchanting powers.
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$799
King Jack and the Dragon
Ages 1–3 · 2011
A young king faces night creatures alone after his knights are taken away.
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My Dad Is Amazing
Ages 1–3 · 2018
Celebrate dads with a whimsical tribute to their amazing qualities and a special nod to their little fans.
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Be Careful, Icarus!
Ages 1–3 · 2015
A kite flies too high, leading to unexpected trouble.
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Good Job, Athena!
Ages 1–3 · 2016
Arachne takes credit for Athena's work. Can she face the truth?
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Where's the Unicorn?
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Uncover magical creatures and a surprise under each flap.
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$899
My Mom Is Magical
Ages 1–3 · 2018
Celebrate the magic of moms with a whimsical unicorn adventure.
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Jabberwocky
Ages 2–4 · 2013
Journey through whimsical lands with slithy toves and borogoves.
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Mythology Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about mythology for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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The Paper Bag Princess
Ages 4–8 · 1980
A princess rescues her prince from a dragon.
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If I Had a Gryphon
Ages 3–7 · 2016
A girl dreams of mythical pets but discovers their chaos. Is her hamster the best choice?
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Unicorn Night
Ages 0–3 · 2022
Unicorns prance all day, but can they find rest and sweet dreams at night?
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The Dragon and the Nibblesome Knight
Ages 4–8 · 2016
A dragon and knight become friends through mistaken identity. What happens when the truth is revealed?
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Sloppy Takes the Plunge
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A tree dragon resists bath time, but could cleanliness be fun too?
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Evermore Dragon
Ages 3–7 · 2015
A lost girl and a devoted dragon reunite under the night sky.
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A Story, a Story
Ages 4–8 · 1970
A spider must capture three cunning creatures to bring stories to the world.
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Wilfred
Ages 3–5 · 2013
A lonely giant finds hope in a brave boy's friendship.
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Dragon's Fat Cat
Ages 5–7 · 2019
A dragon finds a cat in the snow and decides to take care of it, but he soon realizes that he doesn't know how to care for a cat, leading to a series of humorous misadventures
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Unicorns Are the Worst!
Ages 4–8
A goblin's peaceful life is disrupted by the arrival of unicorns in the meadow next door.
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Bips and Roses
Ages 5–10 · 2020
A young girl and her cat try to save the magical forest and its creatures from disaster.
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The Crow's Tale
Ages 5–6 · 2015
A crow's quest for warmth may cost him his vibrant feathers.
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Mythology Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about mythology for developing and independent readers.
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Sophia and Rainbow
Ages 7–9 · 2018
A young girl named Sophia starts at a magical school for unicorn riders and must navigate friendships, rivalries, and a mystery surrounding the school's magical lake.
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The Ember Stone
Ages 6–8 · 2017
A young owl named Tag dreams of becoming an Owl of Valor and protecting his forest from the evil vulture Thorn, who is using dark magic to destroy Perodia.
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The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea
Ages 14–18 · 2022
Mina must awaken the Sea God to stop deadly storms and save her world.
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The Dragonet Prophecy
Ages 9–12 · 2012
Five dragonets are destined to end a war between dragon tribes.
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$1999
A Court of Thorns and Roses
Ages 15–18 · 2015
A huntress faces a deadly faerie world and a growing dark threat.
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The Neverending Story
Ages 11–15 · 1979
A boy discovers a book that pulls him into a magical world he must save.
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$999
Dealing with Dragons
Ages 10–12 · 1990
A rebellious princess seeks adventure with a powerful dragon, facing magical dangers and unexpected allies.
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My Diary from the Edge of the World
Ages 8–12 · 2015
A girl races to save her brother from a mysterious threat in a world of mythical creatures.
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$999
Fablehaven
Ages 8–12 · 2006
A hidden refuge of magical creatures faces chaos when ancient rules are broken, unleashing dark forces.
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Phoebe and Her Unicorn
Ages 7–11 · 2014
A girl befriends a unicorn after a chance encounter, leading to magical adventures and unexpected friendship.
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$799
The Dragon in the Library
Ages 8–11 · 2010
A dragon's mysterious need leads to a daring rescue mission against a wicked foe.
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The New Kid on the Block
Ages 6–10 · 1984
Dive into whimsical poems of odd creatures and curious adventures.