Here are the top 30 literature & fiction books for 10 year olds. Please click Read Review to read book reviews on Amazon. You can also click Find in Library to check book availability at your local library. If the default library is not correct, please follow Change Library to reset it.
1. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Arabic Edition)
by: J. K. Rowling Release date: Jan 01, 2008 Number of Pages: 264 Find in Library Read Review |
2. Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal
by: J. K. Rowling, Alicia Dellepiane Release date: Sep 01, 2019 Number of Pages: 254 Find in Library Read Review |
3. Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal
by: J. K. Rowling, Alicia Dellepiane Release date: Jan 03, 1999 Number of Pages: 254 Find in Library Read Review |
4. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by: J.K. Rowling Release date: Dec 08, 2015 Number of Pages: 901 Find in Library Read Review |
Dark times have come to Hogwarts. After the Dementors’ attack on his cousin Dudley, Harry Potter knows that Voldemort will stop at nothing to find him. There are many who deny the Dark Lord’s return, but Harry is not alone: a secret order gathers at Grimmauld Place to fight against the Dark forces. Harry must allow Professor Snape to teach him how to protect himself from Voldemort’s savage assaults on his mind. But they are growing stronger by the day and Harry is running out of time …
5. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
by: J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré Release date: Dec 08, 2015 Number of Pages: 453 Find in Library Read Review |
When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it’s the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run – and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry’s tea leaves … But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking kiss …
6. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by: J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré Release date: Dec 08, 2015 Number of Pages: 757 Find in Library Read Review |
The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter – but that doesn’t stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe’en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through – alive!
7. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
by: J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré Release date: Dec 08, 2015 Number of Pages: 357 Find in Library Read Review |
Harry Potter’s summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy warnings from a house-elf called Dobby, and rescue from the Dursleys by his friend Ron Weasley in a magical flying car! Back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his second year, Harry hears strange whispers echo through empty corridors – and then the attacks start. Students are found as though turned to stone … Dobby’s sinister predictions seem to be coming true.
8. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Simplified Chinese Characters)
by: J. K. Rowling, J. K. Rowling Release date: Sep 01, 2019 Number of Pages: 203 Find in Library Read Review |
9. Nancy and Plum
by: Betty MacDonald, Mary GrandPre, Jeanne Birdsall Release date: Oct 26, 2010 Number of Pages: 242 Find in Library Read Review |
and made all of Heavenly Valley smooth and white and quiet and beautiful.
So begins the story of two orphaned sisters at Mrs. Monday’s Boarding School. But nothing is heavenly for Nancy and Pamela (aka Plum): their parents died in a tragic accident years ago, they’re constantly punished by the cruel Mrs. Monday, and they’re all alone for the holidays.
Luckily, Nancy and Plum have each other, and though their prospects may be bleak, they’re determined to change their lot for the better. If their plan works, the spirited sisters will never spend Christmas at the cold, dark boarding school again. But what will they find on the other side of Mrs. Monday’s gate?
Adventure, warmth, unforgettable characters, and unexpected kindness abound in this classic story by Betty MacDonald, which was originally published in 1952. With illustrations by the acclaimed Mary GrandPré and an introduction by Jeanne Birdsall, National Book Award–winning author of The Penderwicks, this edition introduces the spunky, beloved heroines to a new generation of fans.
From the Hardcover edition.
10. Junkyard Wonders
by: Patricia Polacco, Patricia Polacco Release date: Jul 08, 2010 Number of Pages: 48 Find in Library Read Review |
Based on a real-life event in Patricia Polacco’s childhood, this ode to teachers will inspire all readers to find their inner genius.
11. Different is Awesome!
by: Ryan Haack Release date: Sep 03, 2015 Number of Pages: 21 Find in Library Read Review |
12. The Mark of Athena (Heroes of Olympus, Book 3)
by: Rick Riordan Release date: Oct 02, 2012 Number of Pages: 608 Find in Library Read Review |
The Greek and Roman demigods will have to cooperate in order to defeat the giants released by the Earth Mother, Gaea. Then they will have to sail together to the ancient land to find the Doors of Death. What exactly are the Doors of Death? Much of the prophecy remains a mystery. . . .
13. The Nearly Calamitous Taming of PZ: A laboratory dog’s search for love
by: Martha Ritter, Matt Ryan Release date: Feb 21, 2015 Number of Pages: 236 Find in Library Read Review |
A foxhound has spent her life behind bars, known only by the PZ-5934 tatoo in her ear. In this story inspired by the life of a real lab dog, PZ knows nothing but a laboratory cage. She has never even seen the sun. But a superpowered diva ladybug named Dottie changes all that.
The classic illustrations–with a contemporary edge–reflect this fresh, poignant, wise, and sometimes downright wacky book.
“Not since Kafka has an insect risen to this level of artistic genius.”–Dottie
14. Wolf Story (New York Review Collections (Hardcover))
by: William McCleery, Warren Chappell Release date: Sep 11, 2012 Number of Pages: 88 Find in Library Read Review |
Oh, and a wolf. It is as Michael always demands: a Wolf Story, which begins one night at bedtime and spins wildly on through subsequent bedtimes and Sunday outings to the beach and park in a succession of ever more trickily tantalizing episodes. Waldo the wolf is sneaking up on Rainbow the hen, when Jimmy Tractorwheel, the son of the local farmer, comes along. After that, there’s no knowing what will happen next, as while stalled in traffic jams or nodding off at night, the boys chime in and the story races on and Waldo finds, if not necessarily dinner, his just desserts.
First published in 1947 and wonderfully illustrated by Warren Chappell, William McCleery’s Wolf Story is a delicious treat for fathers and sons and daughters and mothers alike.
15. Creatrilogy Boxed Set
by: Peter H. Reynolds, Peter H. Reynolds Release date: Sep 10, 2013 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
16. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Book and Grinch (Classic Seuss)
by: Dr. Seuss Release date: Sep 22, 2015 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
Is there any better holiday gift than a copy of Dr. Seuss’s beloved classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas? Yes! A copy of the book packaged in a sturdy gift box with a 14-inch tall, exclusively-available soft plush Grinch! Now children of all ages can read the story while they cuddle with the iconic character whose heart grows three sizes when he learns the true meaning of Christmas. Also included exclusively in this package is a 32-page paperback “Good Deed Journal.” Filled with simple activities and room for children to write and draw, it’s the perfect way to encourage children to grow their own hearts by helping others.
17. Cry of the Wolf (Avalon Web of Magic)
by: Rachel Roberts Release date: Jul 01, 2003 Number of Pages: 189 Find in Library Read Review |
18. Be the Grapes
by: Tami Fitzkoff, Kathlene Linehan Release date: Sep 07, 2016 Number of Pages: 14 Find in Library Read Review |
At a Halloween party, a spirited young child wears something different than the others. When someone makes fun of the costume, our hero’s confidence is shaken. This is a story that celebrates being unique and trusting your instincts.
19. Pinocula (The Creature from My Closet Book 3)
by: Obert Skye, Obert Skye Release date: Sep 24, 2013 Number of Pages: 256 Find in Library Read Review |
For Rob Burnside, things are going pretty well. His friends are behaving, school isn’t too bad, his family’s getting along, and Janae, the girl of his dreams, occasionally notices him. Yep, life’s okay—until the lying starts.
Meet Pinocula, the new creature from Rob’s closet. He is a liar and a jokester and is determined to drive Rob crazy. Obert Skye doesn’t let his fans down in this hilarious installment in The Creature from My Closet series, which started with Wonkenstein and Potterwookiee.
20. Deleting Files
by: Yvetta Doll Franklin Release date: Dec 10, 2015 Number of Pages: 190 Find in Library Read Review |
There are two women you will meet, Sadie and Marbella, who absolutely adore Dina and sense distress. However, they also have their issues and stories to tell.
Please read this with your sons and daughters. Remind them how special they are and deserving of a safe happy life. Help them learn what to do if this dreadful act happens and how to prevent it.
Lastly, there is a plethora of useful information including government agency phone numbers, how to detect if your child is being molested, and what to do about it. And always, always, tell someone if it happens!
21. Lucky Me (mix)
by: Cindy Callaghan Release date: Jul 15, 2014 Number of Pages: 224 Find in Library Read Review |
Meghan McGlinchey is the most superstitious girl in her family—and probably in the entire state of Delaware. When she receives a chain letter from a stranger in Ireland, Meghan immediately passes it on, taking only a tiny shortcut in the directions.
But after a disastrous day, made complete by losing the election for class president and embarrassing herself in front of the entire school, Meghan realizes that tiny shortcut was a big mistake. Thankfully, her family was already headed to Ireland on spring break, and Meghan makes it her mission to find the original sender and break her extremely unlucky streak.
With the help of an eccentric cast of characters—and one very cute Irish boy—can Meghan figure out a way to stop her bad luck? Or is she cursed forever?
22. Pippi Goes on Board (Pippi Longstocking)
by: Astrid Lindgren, Florence Lamborn Release date: Feb 24, 1977 Number of Pages: 144 Find in Library Read Review |
From the Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winning author of the classic Pippi Longstocking, this is another rollicking adventure that’s sure to please fans of the freckled, fun-loving little girl.
“Lovers of Pippi Longstocking will welcome this rollicking tale of a topsy-turvy world in which Pippi and her next-door neighbors put into practice some ideas about good times.” – School Library Journal
23. Lost in Paris
by: Cindy Callaghan Release date: Mar 17, 2015 Number of Pages: 192 Find in Library Read Review |
Gwen Russell is thrilled to hear she will be heading to Paris with her family. Even though the main reason for the trip is to see her three older brothers play lacrosse, Gwen and her Mom have plans to tour the city when they can.
As soon as they land, Gwen is swept up in the city she has always wanted to see, and even meets a très cute boy named Henri. If that wasn’t enough excitement, Gwen finds out that her all-time favorite band is playing a one-night only concert in Paris—and there are tickets available to the sold-old show for three lucky people. The catch? Fans who want a golden ticket have to work for it via a scavenger hunt around the City of Light.
Through cryptic clues blasted out every day through a special website, Gwen and her new friends find themselves in a race against time—and against other die-hard fans—as they scramble to landmarks throughout Paris. And it turns out the concert tickets might not even be the biggest prize…
24. The Dreamer, The Schemer & The Robe (The Amazing Tales of Max & Liz, Book Two)
by: Jenny L. Cote Release date: Aug 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 400 Find in Library Read Review |
After saving Noah and family from the evil stowaway Charlatan aboard the ark in The Ark, the Reed, & the Fire Cloud, heroes Max and Liz, along with faithful mates Kate and Al, earn immortality and a directive from God to serve as His envoys for pivotal points in human history. They have waited for centuries for a word from the Maker; now they learn they are to work behind the scenes in the life of Joseph. In The Dreamer, The Schemer, & The Robe the fate of an entire nation rests in their paws.
All looks hopeless for the young teenager as Joseph s brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt. Has Charlatan returned to Egypt to once again stop Max and Liz from accomplishing their mission? With the help of two new characters, a British archeologist mouse and a forlorn camel, they must combat the forces of evil that are out to thwart their plans, leading them into mysterious adventures with pyramids and mummies. If Max and Liz fail in this mission, all of Egypt will suffer from famine, and the Hebrew nation will never be born.
Abounding in life lessons on struggle, enduring trials, forgiveness, and redemption, The Dreamer, The Schemer, & The Robe is a nonstop thriller filled with twists and turns, side-splitting humor, treachery and heartache, hope and redemption.
25. The Rat Prince
by: Bridget Hodder Release date: Aug 23, 2016 Number of Pages: 272 Find in Library Read Review |
26. The BFF Bucket List
by: Dee Romito Release date: May 03, 2016 Number of Pages: 240 Find in Library Read Review |
27. Horse Diaries #7: Risky Chance (Horse Diaries series)
by: Alison Hart, Ruth Sanderson Release date: Sep 13, 2011 Number of Pages: 178 Find in Library Read Review |
Like Black Beauty, this moving novel is told in first person from the horse’s own point of view and includes an appendix full of photos and facts about thoroughbreds, horse racing, and the Great Depression.
From the Trade Paperback edition.
28. Combat Boy and the Monster Token (Volume 1)
by: Angela Joewell Purbaugh Release date: Jul 13, 2014 Number of Pages: 156 Find in Library Read Review |
Tom Hock dreams big. He wants to be the greatest pro gamer in the world, and he’s got the skills to make it. Right now though, the twelve-year-old’s happily exploring San Diego’s Comic Book Convention with his older brother, Joey.
While at the convention, Tom makes two discoveries. The first is the existence of Monster Realm, a mysterious game played deep beneath the convention floor. Those who win the game earn the coveted title of Multidimensional Game Master. The second surprise is Dark Pixy, a cute, butt-kicking pro-gamer with a hidden connection to Monster Realm.
Once they start playing, Tom, Joey, and Pixy realize they’re trapped in the game, their bodies the slaves of the game designer. The only way to escape is to beat the final boss, a feat impossible for normal gamers.
Good thing Tom and Pixy aren’t normal gamers. But as they struggle to reclaim their bodies, something within the game also wants access to the real world. If it escapes, no one will survive to attend next year’s convention.</p
29. Mr. Putter & Tabby Pick the Pears
by: Cynthia Rylant, Arthur Howard Release date: Sep 15, 1995 Number of Pages: 44 Find in Library Read Review |
30. Anatole
by: Eve Titus Release date: Nov 14, 2006 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
From the Hardcover edition.
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- Action & Adventure
- Activities, Crafts & Games
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Computers & Technology
- Early Learning
- Education & Reference
- Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Mysteries & Detectives
- Religions
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Science, Nature & How It Works
- Sports & Outdoors
- Children’s Cookbooks
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