Children's Historical Fiction Books

One day, Abbi receives a special invitation from the mayor of her hometown. But, there is just one catch—she has to wear her signature bandana, which is nowhere to be found. Abbi and her mom decide to gear up for a fun-filled adventure as they...

After years of being trapped in an awkward household after her father's death, 16-year-old Aria Nayak finally gets a breath of fresh air on a vacation on a beautiful cruise ship . . . with her mother.Expecting nothing but a peaceful weekend, Aria finds...

It’s the 1850s and Daisy, a slave girl from Alabama, is thrilled when her Mama is brought to her plantation to be the new cook. Six Oaks Plantation has been Daisy’s home for years, and the future looks bright now that she and her Mama have...

This is the story of a family in the 1800's, leaving family and home to follow a dream of going West to the "Promised Land." The main character is a young tom-boyish girl named Johnnice who grows into a lovely woman. Johnnice's family is headed west with...

A Bundle of Letters: From Over the Sea is a collection of letters written by Louise B. Robinson, an American woman who traveled to Europe in the late 1800s. The book, which was first published in 1889, contains Robinson's observations and experiences as...

The Boy Pilgrims is a historical fiction book written by Anne Bowman in 1866. The story is set in the early 17th century and follows the adventures of two young boys, John Alden and Priscilla Mullins, who are among the passengers on the Mayflower, a ship...

Sergeant Bell: And His Raree-Show is a novel written by George Mogridge and originally published in 1839. The story revolves around the titular character, Sergeant Bell, who is a retired soldier and now runs a traveling show called the Raree-Show. The...

""Joan of Juniper Inn"" is a novel written by Caroline Emilia Jacobs and published in 1907. The story follows the life of Joan, a young girl who lives with her mother in a small village in England. Joan's mother runs the Juniper Inn, a cozy and welcoming...

Rescued From Egypt is a historical fiction novel written by A. L. O. E. in 1866. The story is set in ancient Egypt and follows the life of a young girl named Miriam who is taken captive by the Egyptians after her family is killed. Miriam is forced to...

Rhoda of the Underground is a novel written by Florence Finch Kelly and published in 1909. The story follows the life of Rhoda, a young woman who works as a stenographer in New York City. Despite her humble beginnings, Rhoda is determined to rise above...

Golden Horseshoes: A Tale Of Chivalry For Young And Old is a novel written by Elizabeth Harcourt Mitchell in 1885. The book revolves around the story of a young knight named Roland, who sets out on a quest to win the Golden Horseshoes, a coveted prize...

Jed, The Poorhouse Boy is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. in 1899. The story follows the life of Jed, a young boy who is orphaned and sent to live in a poorhouse. Despite the harsh conditions and the abuse he suffers at the hands of the overseer,...

Shine Terrill: A Sea Island Ranger is a novel written by Kirk Munroe and first published in 1899. The story is set on the Sea Islands off the coast of Georgia, where a young African American man named Shine Terrill works as a ranger, protecting the...

Polly of the Pines: A Patriot Girl of the Carolinas is a historical fiction novel written by Adele Eugenia Thompson and published in 1906. The story is set during the American Revolution and follows the life of Polly, a young girl who lives in the pine...

Solomon Seesaw V2 (1839) is a novel written by John Parish Robertson. The book is the second volume of the Solomon Seesaw series, which follows the adventures of Solomon Seesaw, a young orphan boy who sets out to make a name for himself in the world. In...

Little Lady Lee is a novel written by H. Lovett Cameron and published in 1889. The story follows the life of a young girl named Lee, who is orphaned at a young age and taken in by her wealthy uncle. Despite her privileged upbringing, Lee is a kind and...

Little Kate Kirby V1 is a novel written by Frederick William Robinson in 1873. The book tells the story of Kate Kirby, a young girl who grows up in poverty in London during the 19th century. Despite her difficult circumstances, Kate is determined to make...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Miss Ellis's Mission is a novel written by Mary Prudence Wells Smith in 1886. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the titular character, Miss Ellis, who is a young woman with a strong sense of duty and a desire to help others...

One Hour A Week is a book published anonymously in 1868, which aims to provide guidance on how to spend one hour each week in a way that is both productive and beneficial. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different activity...

The Adventures Of Tod: With And Without Betty is a book written by G. Cardella and published in 1900. The book follows the story of Tod, a young boy who goes on various adventures with his friend Betty. Throughout the book, Tod and Betty encounter a...

Lost Gip is a novella written by Hesba Stretton, first published in 1873. The story follows a young girl named Gip, who is lost in London after running away from her abusive stepfather. She is taken in by a kind-hearted woman named Mrs. Varden, who runs...

The City of Nocross: And Its Famous Physician is a book written by A. L. O. E. in 1873. It is a story set in the fictional city of Nocross, which is known for its beautiful architecture and bustling markets. The book revolves around a famous physician...

""South Meadows: A Tale Of Long Ago"" is a historical novel written by Ella Taylor Disosway and published in 1874. The story is set in the early 18th century and revolves around the lives of the people living in South Meadows, a small village in Virginia...

The Wide Awake Girls is a novel written by Katharine Ruth Ellis and published in 1908. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Ruth and Marion, who live in a small town in the United States. The sisters are known for their intelligence and...

The White King's Daughter: A Story of the Princess Elizabeth is a historical novel written by Emma Marshall and first published in 1895. The book tells the story of Princess Elizabeth, the daughter of King Edward IV and Queen Elizabeth Woodville, who was...

The White Horse And The Red Haired Girl is a novel written by Kenyon Gambier in 1919. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the life of a young girl named Mary, who has red hair and lives with her grandmother. Mary is a free-spirited...

The Waybackers is a novel written by Joe Cone and was first published in 1905. The story revolves around a group of time travelers who are known as ""waybackers."" These waybackers are able to travel through time using a special machine, which they use...

The Toll-Keepers: And Other Stories For The Young is a collection of short stories written by Benjamin Clarke and published in 1871. The book is aimed at young readers and contains a total of nine stories that are both entertaining and educational.The...

Boy's and Girl's Illustrated Olio is a children's book written by Lydia Howard Sigourney and published in 1856. The book contains a collection of stories, poems, and illustrations that are designed to educate and entertain young readers. The stories and...

Bonny Lesley Of The Border is a novel written by Amy Ella Blanchard and published in 1904. The story takes place in the border region between Scotland and England during the 16th century. It follows the life of Bonny Lesley, a young girl who is orphaned...

Bible Letters for Children (1831) by Lucy Barton is a collection of letters written in the form of stories and conversations between a mother and her children, with the aim of teaching them about the Bible and its teachings. The letters cover a range of...

A Peep Through The Keyhole: Or Matt Tuffin�������s Troubles is a novel written by Mary Keary and published in 1886. The story revolves around the life of Matt Tuffin, a young boy who faces various challenges and struggles in his life. The narrative is...

A New Flower For Children is a children's book written by Lydia Maria Child and first published in 1856. The book contains a collection of short stories, poems, and moral lessons designed to educate and entertain young readers. The stories cover a range...

""A Love Token for Children"" is a book written by Catharine Maria Sedgwick and published in 1844. It is a collection of short stories and poems for children, designed to teach moral lessons and inspire good behavior. The book includes tales of kindness,...

""A Little Maid of Province Town"" is a children's novel written by Alice Turner Curtis and first published in 1913. The story is set in the early 1700s in the colonial town of Province Town, Massachusetts. The main character is nine-year-old Priscilla...

""A Little Knight of Labor"" is a children's book written by Susan Coolidge and first published in 1889. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Dick, who becomes a member of the Knights of Labor, a labor union that fought for workers'...

""A Living Story Or The Would-Be Authoress: A Tale For Boys And Girls"" is a children's book written by A. W. Wright and first published in 1888. The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Edith, who dreams of becoming a successful author...