Children's Historical Fiction Books

Inspired by Bill Martin Jr.'s friendship and writing, Lyle Lee Jenkins shares Biblical stories using simple, vivid, and fun words for young children and early readers. In A Year with Naomi: From Sad to Glad, Dr. Jenkins retells the year-long sad story of...

X marks the spot…The thought of what I might discover when I open the old trunk is intriguing, and I sense an exciting adventure is waiting on the other side of the dust-covered lid. I’m not disappointed. Inside the trunk, I find...

From across the ocean to the Carolina Mountains comes a boy and his faithful yellow dog. Set in Colonial frontier times John is no stranger to adversity. Join John in a tangled web of lies and deceit, ashe fights to survive while seeking his destiny. As...

Nick and Katie found a time machine in the basement of their grandfather’s museum. Before they even know where they’ve traveled, Nick and Katie are chased through a castle, arrested for stealing, and thrown in a dungeon. Surrounded by...

Ugly to Start With punctuates the exuberant highs, bewildering midpoints, and painful lows of growing up, and affirms that adolescent dreams and desires are often fulfilled in surprising ways.

Edited with an introduction by Hilary Emmett & Thomas Ruys Smith in collaboration with students from the Department of American Studies at UEA. Author and activist Lydia Maria Child was a foundational...

"THIS IS THE DAY WE AWOKE DEATH," Mrs Grady said.Meet thirteen-year-old Mary Finch - a bold, determined heroine, and the star of a stylish new detective series.The avenging spirit of a priestess to an Egyptian queen, the Grey Lady, has murdered five...

Terror strikes! The Violet Vampire, a winged monster with sharp claws and glowing eyes, has been attacking all of London! Is it an advanced flying machine? An alien from another world? Could it possibly be a real vampire? And how are the notorious...

Travel to Ireland, Scotland and beyond in this enchanting series steeped in witchy magic, history, and folklore...Mckenna O'Dwyer knows she's impulsive. Sometimes reckless. She also knows she's a witch and keeps reincarnating as one, for reasons only her...

When the world starts to fall apart, Ashia the heir apparent, strives to restore order amidst the chaos. Battling a tyrannical king, rebel armies and her own secrets, she works to maintain her claim to the throne.But all is not as it seems.Things are...

Think Gossip Girl meets The Great Gatsby.This is the world of The Roaring: 1925 New York City . . . where alcohol is illegal and speakeasies are all the rage. Where glitz & glamour, murder & scandal, and love & heartbreak create a...

En esta primera parte de la trilogía El Cemí Mágico, Isabella, una niña de 12 años, encuentra un cemí muy poderoso. Este cemí le permite viajar en el tiempo y conocer en persona a los taínos, quienes eran los pobladores de las Antillas Mayores al momento...

Come and Sock Rock Party with us as we explore the 7 Continents of the World, using Rhyming Words and FUN unique Facts! The Land of the Lost Socks - World Tour book teaches children about awesome tourist sites, foods, culture, sports, and incredible...

In the first two books of the TimeWorm trilogy, an accident with a time machine of the mid-twenty-first century causes Theo and his robotic dog, Murphy, to time jump into the dangers of Nazi Germany. Theo meets a German teen named Gracie, who is also...

2022 SCWC Notable Book Award Winner | Young Adult CategoryBased on the True Story of Twelve-Year-Old Titanic Survivor, Ruth Becker"Sometimes we have to go a long way to find out who we are."  The year is 1912. When doctors in India are...

Set against the backdrop of the last year of the Civil War and the first two years of Reconstruction along the Gulf Coast, Running the Salt relates the exploits of two teenage boys who leave home to fight in the Battle of Blakeley, the war's last major...

When middle school-aged Clayton, who's crazy about everything King Tut, decides to wander the museum exhibit by himself, he is more than surprised to run into the Boy King himself. The two compare what it's like being a teenager today versus thousands of...

Brimming with vivid historical detail, King Tut and the Girl Who Loved Him is a thrilling tale of a modern teenager catapulted into the glory and intrigue of Egypt's 18th Dynasty.Johanna Wilson is a quick-thinking fifteen-year-old with a penchant for...

When Theodore’s safe, predictable world is destroyed, his life—and his faith—are in dangerThirteen-year-old Theodore has lived in China all his life and never felt terror, until his father’s missionary settlement is attacked and...

This humorous, historical adventure is a fanciful look behind the scenes of our nation's most venerated home, the White House. We'll take a peek into the lives and predicaments of presidents, first ladies, and first families, as well as the colorful...

"This funny, sensitive novel is about an American child's experience at home during World War II, the adventure and urgency, and also the sorrow and anticlimax. Ellen Parker, 11, can't wait for her beloved Uncle Bob to join the army. She knows he'll be a...

Looking for Young Adult Fantasy Novels that Put a Fantastical Spin to Egyptian Mythology? Then Keep Reading & Prepare to Meet Your New Favorite Book!"Nasser, do you know why we called you forth?""No, Lords of Egypt..." Grandpa Nasser uttered, his...

An exciting adventure story set during the Revolutionary War, following the trials and triumphs of three young patriots.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it...

Red Jacket is a thrilling tale of romance and adventure set against the backdrop of the American Revolution. Follow the brave Seneca warrior Red Jacket as he battles for his people's freedom and the love of his life.This work has been selected by...

A vivid and entertaining account of the travels of the fictional character Peter Parley to London, England during the coronation of Queen Victoria in 1838. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the social, cultural, and political life of Victorian...

This historical novel tells the story of the Boston Massacre from the perspective of a young boy who witnesses the event firsthand. Through his eyes, readers will experience the tension and violence of this pivotal moment in American history. The book...

This thrilling account follows the adventures of a group of young American soldiers during World War I. From the trenches of France to the streets of Paris, the Army Boys face danger and excitement at every turn. With vivid descriptions and...

In this gripping coming-of-age story, young Alice faces a host of challenges as she grows up in the distant Wild River Valley. Her family faces financial ruin, and Alice is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in the wilderness. Along the way,...

This is a charming story of a little girl growing up in colonial Manhattan. The book provides an engaging and vivid account of life in the early days of the city, and portrays the daily routines, customs, and values of the colonial era. It is a...

With Wolfe in Canada is a thrilling tale of adventure and courage. Set in the 18th century, this book tells the story of a young soldier who helps the British to win the battle for Canada. Full of action and excitement, this book is perfect for readers...

Elizabeth Heyrick's Plain Tales or The Advantages of Industry was first published in 1825 and provides key insights into the work and attitudes of the anti-slavery activist. The book is a collection of tales intended to convey to young people the...

The Young Midshipman is a classic adventure novel by G.A. Henty. The book follows the adventures of a young British midshipman during the British attack on Alexandria in 1882. Full of action and excitement, The Young Midshipman is sure to entertain...

Set in New York City during the American Revolution, this book tells the story of a young boy who befriends a British soldier and learns to appreciate the complexities of the war. Through his innocent eyes, readers gain a unique perspective on one of the...

This classic children's book tells the story of Mary Jane, a young girl who lives in rural New England in the early 20th century. With charming illustrations and gentle humor, Clara Ingram Judson captures the joys and hardships of life in a simpler era...

This thrilling adventure story takes place during the Alamo siege in the 1800s and follows the journey of two young boys as they search for treasure while attending to the wounded soldiers. It offers readers a unique glimpse into the history of the Alamo...

Step into the world of the antebellum South with these charming illustrations and stories. Harris and Smith provide a unique glimpse into plantations, slaves, and the daily life of the region.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Dragones!! Son reales?¡Acompaña a nuestro joven-caballero-en-entrenamiento Alfredo, en un descubrimiento fortuito que lolleva a una aventura medieval llena de imaginación y aventuras tanto reveladoras como temibles! El viajede Alfred...

A witch. Her guardian. A stolen magic . . .When the witch hunters penetrate Brusenna's warded forest, she learns an impossible truth.She is the last witch.Now on the run, Brusenna finds an ally in her newly appointed guardian, Joshen, whose confidence...

Bobby Thompson wants to be cursed. And not your everyday, mad-at-your-neighbor jinx, but a big, fat, hairy curse. The kind of curse that will explain away all the bad in his life. When Flyn, his foster home friend, does a tarot card reading, she dubs him...

It's just another day in ancient Egypt for these kid detectives.Meet Zet, an extraordinary 12-year-old detective who's no stranger to cracking cases in his charming small-town setting. It's a thrilling middle-grade mystery, tailor-made for young...

Searching for a better life, Mina, Papa, and Mama left their German fatherland aboard the brig Margaretha ,bound for Texas. They had been told it was the paradise of North America, but when Mina steps onto the desolate beach at Indian Point on a cold...

Travel back in time to early America. A boy, eight winters old awakens one morning to find his whole Band gone! In this exciting tale, he experiences adventure, fear and success. Excitement equal to Huckleberry Finn and Harry Potter.