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Historical Books For Kids

Young readers will travel through time with these historical books for kids. Whether exploring ancient kingdoms or modern history, these stories help children connect with the past in fun and approachable ways.

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I Survived #04: I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941I Survived #16: I Survived the Children's Blizzard, 1888Jared Owen Animations: What’s inside the Titanic?National Geographic Readers: MummiesBy the Great Horn Spoon!Time Buddies Motion Comic 4: Time FliesTime Buddies Motion Comic 3: Chowdown at Pie Noon!Out of Time Book 1: Lost on the TitanicThe Perilous RoadOut of Time Book 2: Lost on the TitanicOut of Time Book 3: Lost on the TitanicTombquest #5: The Final KingdomAround America to Win the Vote: Two Suffragists, a Kitten, and 10,000 MilesWorthZane and the HurricanePiratesTombquest #4: The Stone WarriorsStop the Train!

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Tombquest #4: The Stone WarriorsMiguel's Brave KnightThe Pecan ShellerSagebrushTombquest #5: The Final KingdomZane and the HurricaneStay Alive, the Journal of Douglas Allen DeedsIncredible Lives: The Incredible Life of Leonardo Da Vinci, the Universal GeniusThe Asian Hall of Fame: The Discovery of ChessJared Owen Animations: What’s inside the Titanic?Time Buddies Motion Comic 4: Time FliesTime Buddies Motion Comic 3: Chowdown at Pie Noon!The Adventures of Team POM: The Last DodoThe Flying ManNour's Secret LibraryThe Button BoxWar TornHer Epic Adventure
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I Survived #04: I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941I Survived #16: I Survived the Children's Blizzard, 1888National Geographic Readers: MummiesBy the Great Horn Spoon!Out of Time Book 1: Lost on the TitanicThe Perilous RoadOut of Time Book 2: Lost on the TitanicOut of Time Book 3: Lost on the TitanicTombquest #5: The Final KingdomWorthZane and the HurricanePiratesTombquest #4: The Stone WarriorsStop the Train!Stay Alive, the Journal of Douglas Allen DeedsMiranda the GreatTomb RobbersIn the Heart of the Rockies: An Adventure on the Colorado RiverDinosaur Empire! (Earth Before Us #1): Journey through the Mesozoic EraT is for Titanic: A Titanic AlphabetThe Last Brother: A Civil War TaleFollow the Drinking Gourd: Come Along the Underground RailroadGeronimo Stilton: Lost In TranslationThe Boston Tea Party

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Jared Owen Animations: What’s inside the Titanic?Time Buddies Motion Comic 4: Time FliesTime Buddies Motion Comic 3: Chowdown at Pie Noon!Around America to Win the Vote: Two Suffragists, a Kitten, and 10,000 MilesMiguel's Brave Knight

Help your child grow through reading

Did you know?

  • Many historical books introduce children to real events and time periods through memorable stories and characters.
  • Historical reading can help kids learn about different cultures, important historical figures and how people lived in the past.
  • Historical fiction often brings past experiences to life, helping young readers better understand emotions, challenges and everyday life throughout history.

How to make the most of Epic

For Parents
  • Discuss the historical events and themes featured in the stories while reading together.
  • Ask open-ended questions to encourage children to reflect on characters, choices and time periods.
For Educators
  • Bring these books into group discussions to support comprehension and critical thinking.
  • Pair reading time with activities connected to the historical topics explored in the books.

FAQ

Historical books for kids introduce young readers to events, people and places from the past. Many combine engaging storytelling with real historical details, helping children learn about history in an accessible and entertaining way.

These books can explore topics like ancient civilizations, influential historical figures and major world events. Some focus on adventure and discovery, while others highlight daily life, culture and important moments in history.

Historical books work well for classroom discussions, family reading time and independent exploration. They can encourage curiosity, inspire creative projects and help kids connect with different time periods and cultures.

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