Books About Students

The Best Students Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about students? 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 Unlucky Lottery Winners of Classroom 13

Horrible Harry and the Christmas Surprise

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Students

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2017

The Unlucky Lottery Winners of Classroom 13

By Honest Lee, Joelle Dreidemy (Illustrator) · Classroom 13 series

The winning lottery ticket was divided among the class members, except for one student named Santiago, which led them to embark on a wild journey, buying exotic things and trying unusual things.

128 pages· 13,985 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.5/5 Goodreads · 870 ratings

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Summary: When Ms. Linda LaCrosse wins the lottery, she shares her fortune with her students, giving each over a billion dollars. But instead of happiness, chaos ensues with allergies, taxes, and erupting volcanoes. The students of Classroom 13 quickly learn that wealth isn't always a blessing. What would you do with such a windfall? Dive into this hilarious tale of unexpected consequences and discover the true cost of fortune. Join the fun and write your own chapter to add to the adventure!

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$1899

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Mr. S

By Monica Arnaldo

A missing teacher, a mysterious sandwich, and chaos in kindergarten. Who is Mr. S?

40 pages· 502 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,173 ratings

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Summary: On the first day of school, the kindergarteners of room 2B face a puzzling mystery: their teacher is missing, replaced by a sandwich and the cryptic chalkboard message 'Mr. S.' As confusion reigns, the children must unravel the hilarious chaos to discover the truth. Is the sandwich their teacher, or is there more to this comical conundrum? Dive into a tale of laughter and mystery where nothing is as it seems, and every clue leads to more questions. Can the kids solve the riddle of Mr. S before the day ends?

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

Snow Day: A Graphic Novel

By Aron Nels Steinke · Mr. Wolf's Class series

A group of students and their teacher are stranded at school during a blizzard.

176 pages· 5,785 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 606 ratings

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Summary: As a blizzard approaches Hazelwood Elementary, excitement fills the air. But for Abdi, worry overshadows the snow day thrill as his brother undergoes surgery. When Abdi and his friend Henry miss the bus, they embark on an unexpected journey with their teacher, Mr. Wolf. Will this snowy adventure help Abdi find comfort amidst his concerns?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1977

Miss Nelson is Missing!

By Harry G Allard Jr, James Marshall (Illustrator) · Miss Nelson series

A class of misbehaved students must navigate a new, strict teacher while trying to find their missing beloved teacher.

32 pages· 607 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 110,236 ratings

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Summary: In Room 207, chaos reigns until Miss Nelson vanishes, replaced by the stern Miss Viola Swamp. The unruly students, once dismissive of their kind teacher, now face a strict substitute who turns their world upside down. As they navigate this new regime, they begin to appreciate what they've lost. Will Miss Nelson return, and what lessons will the students learn in her absence? This humorous tale of mischief and realization is a delightful reminder of the value of kindness and respect.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2007

Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #19 in the My Weird School series

A student tries to navigate a chaotic school year with a new principal who is determined to impose strict discipline and order.

112 pages· 7,544 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,425 ratings

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Summary: Thanksgiving break turns chaotic when A.J. discovers Dr. Carbles has fired their beloved principal, Mr. Klutz. With the clock ticking, A.J. and his friends hatch a plan to save Mr. Klutz's job. Can they outsmart the grumpy Dr. Carbles and restore order before it's too late? Join A.J. in this hilarious adventure filled with unexpected twists and schoolyard antics. Will friendship and cleverness prevail, or will the holiday be ruined? Dive into the fun and find out!

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

My Teacher Is a Monster!

By Peter Brown

A boy discovers his 'monster' teacher is more human than he thought.

40 pages· 320 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,763 ratings

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Summary: Bobby dreads his teacher, who seems like a monster at school. But when he unexpectedly encounters her at his favorite park, his perspective begins to change. As the day unfolds, Bobby learns that appearances can be deceiving and that even the scariest people might have a softer side. This humorous tale invites readers to reconsider their assumptions and find the humanity in everyone. Will Bobby's view of his teacher transform by the end of the day? Dive into this playful story to find out.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2006

Last Day Blues

By Julie Danneberg, Judy Love (Illustrator) · Jitters series

Students plan a surprise to cheer up their teacher before summer break.

32 pages· 806 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 569 ratings

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Summary: As the school year ends, Mrs. Hartwell's students worry she'll miss them over summer. They devise a heartfelt surprise to lift her spirits, but little do they know, Mrs. Hartwell has her own plans. Will their efforts bring joy, or will unexpected twists unfold? Dive into a delightful tale of appreciation and the shared bonds between teachers and students, where summer vacation holds more than just a break.

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Picture Book · Ages 0–9 · 2002

The Class from the Black Lagoon

By Mike Thaler, Jared D. Lee (Illustrator) · Black Lagoon series

A new teacher faces a class rumored to be monstrous. Can she survive?

32 pages· 562 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 368 ratings

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Summary: Mrs. Green is anxious about her first day teaching at the Black Lagoon. Rumors swirl about her new class, notorious for driving teachers away. Are the students truly monstrous, or is it all just talk? Armed with her survival kit, Mrs. Green must discover if she can teach or tame these peculiar pupils. Will she uncover the truth behind the legends, or become another victim of the class's fearsome reputation? Dive into a tale where the line between myth and reality blurs, and every school day is an adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1991

Horrible Harry and the Christmas Surprise

By Suzy Kline · Horrible Harry series

A class of students must come to terms with their teacher's sudden absence due to an injury and find a way to celebrate Christmas without her

64 pages· 3,918 words· Est. 44 min read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 612 ratings

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Summary: With Christmas approaching, Room 2B is missing its festive spirit as Miss Mackle lies in the hospital. Harry faces the challenge of lifting everyone's spirits and bringing back the joy of the season. Can he find a way to brighten their holiday and make a difference for his beloved teacher? Discover how one student's determination might just light up the classroom and rekindle the magic of Christmas.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1989

My Teacher Is an Alien

By Bruce Coville · Book #1 in the My Teacher Is an Alien series

A sixth grader discovers her substitute teacher is an alien with sinister plans.

160 pages· 22,857 words· Est. 3 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 9,047 ratings

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Summary: Susan Simmons suspects her substitute teacher is more than just odd. When she sees him peel off his face, revealing his alien identity, she knows something sinister is afoot. With only Peter Thompson, the class genius, believing her, they uncover Mr. Smith's terrifying plans for their classmates. Racing against time, Susan and Peter must outsmart the alien to save their sixth-grade class from a fate worse than math tests. Can they stop the extraterrestrial threat before it's too late?

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