“Captain Hook, you’ve come on an adventure again to find Peter Pan, but he’s just too fast for you!” Is this a typical night at home? Kids love adventures, and so do we, let’s be honest! Reading books is a magical time and a special bonding time for you as parents, but then, an adventure book just feels different, right? All those little twists and turns leading you to a whole new world of fun and craziness is just the need of the hour, especially at bedtime, and we could not agree more! So, we’re caving! We have to share our list of adventure books with you so that you can have a blast! (Not through Captain Hook’s canon, but just pure fun!) Tell us what’s your favourite in the comments!
1. We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
Author: Michael Rosen
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‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ is a story about a family adventure with a fun rhyme for your children to chant along and is the perfect bedtime storybook! The kids will enjoy reading this classic adventure book that follows the story of a family splashing through rivers, wading through grass, and squelching towards a dark forest through the mud.
Suitable Age: 4-9 years
2. Gulliver’s Travels
Author: Jonathan Swift
Gulliver’s Travels is the author’s best-known novel that kids of all ages would love to get their hands on! The plot follows the protagonist, Gulliver, on his voyages to the strange land of Lilliput. This story is about Gulliver’s greatest adventure ever (and there’s quite a lot of it on every single page!)
Suitable Age: 5-12 years
3. The Magic Tree House
Author: Mary Pope Osborne
The book is about the adventurous life of Jack and Annie, and their magical treehouse. But, that’s not it! There are pirates, dolphins, volcanoes, and so much more. The book is perfect if your child has just started showing interest in reading.
Suitable Age: 6-9 years
4. A Dark, Dark Cave
Author: Eric Hoffman
The story is about a brother and sister who explore a dark cave. On a cold night, while exploring the cave, the siblings hear strange sounds while bats brush past them. A wild howl makes the cave feel a bit darker. But the little kids are in for a surprise when a beam of light reveals a softer side to the cave! Intrigued, right?
Suitable Age: 4-6 years
5. Nim’s Island
Author: Wendy Orr
Nim’s Island is a story of a girl named Nim and her scientist father who live on a deserted island. They have all facilities like solar panels, email, and cell phones. One day Nim’s father sails off to study plankton, and Nim has to survive using all her skills and get help from a new email pal, a friendly iguana, and a maternal sea lion.
Suitable Age: 6-8 years
6. SkySisters
Author: Jan Bourdeau Waboos
SkySisters is an adventurous story of two sisters who set off across the freezing winter night to find the northern lights. They learn the art of reverence and that adventure is not always what you do but what you let happen to you, like lying quietly atop Coyote Hill, waiting for the sky spirits to dance!
Suitable Age: 3-5 years
7. Intelliskills The Adventures of Benny & Buzo
Author: Manmeet Narang
It is a series of interesting stories for children to learn good habits through magical stories. Benny is a little boy who throws tantrums while doing everything. His soft toy Buzo, comes alive magically in every story to help him learn some precious values and lessons of life! The entire series has been illustrated with colourful images, with which kids relate easily. Introduce them to this world of magic and adventure here for some exciting reading time!
Suitable Age: 4-6 years
8. Crow and Weasel
Author: Barry Lopez
Crow and Weasel is a story of young men who left their tribe to make an adventurous journey through the wilderness into the unfamiliar northland. They learn about their connection to the land, and the importance of respecting people and giving thanks. This book also captures the complexity of sharing an adventure with a friend.
Suitable Age: 6-8 years
9. Island of Blue Dolphins
Author: Scott O’Dell
This is a story about a girl named Karana fighting for her survival in the forest. She lives on a magnificent Pacific Island surrounded by fantastic sea creatures! The little girl waits to spot a passing ship to go home and meanwhile learns to find food by hunting, makes weapons, and sets up a life for herself.
Suitable Age: 7-10 years
10. The Snail and the Whale
Author: Julia Donaldson
The story is two animals, a snail and a whale, who travel the globe together. It is a lovely tale of an unusual friendship and adventure. They meet dolphins, penguins, and sharks on the way while sighting icebergs and volcanoes too!
Suitable Age: 3-7 years
11. Amos and Boris
Author: William Steig
When a mouse named Amos builds a ship and sets to sail on the open ocean, he’s full of wonder and love for life. When disaster falls, he meets Boris, a whale, who rescues him. Years later, the mouse gets a chance to return the favour and help the whale.
Suitable Age: 3-5 years
A book can be your child’s best buddy. A compelling read can help your little one improves their memory power and imaginative skills. We hope this list has helped you find some hot favourites that your child will enjoy thoroughly!
We hope you liked this collection of adventure books for kids!
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