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Travel & Exploration Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Travel & Exploration

36 books about travel & exploration

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Middle Grade Young Adult Graphic Novels

Cover of I Love Paris!

Dork Diaries #15

Rachel Renee Russell

For the child navigating the highs and lows of social life, this diary-style journey to Paris offers a relatable look at

Cover of Never Say Genius

The Genius Files #2

Never Say Genius

Dan Gutman

For the child who loves weird facts and high-stakes puzzles, this wild road trip makes learning about American landmarks

Ages 8–13

Cover of The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams

The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams

For the child who wonders if they can ever find a true home while navigating a world full of untrustworthy adults and hi

Cover of London

Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guides #1

For the child who loves the weird and wonderful, this guide uncovers London's darkest secrets with a heavy dose of humor

Cover of Clean Getaway

For the child curious about family secrets and the hidden histories of the American South. This road trip adventure expl

Cover of The Cruise of the Arctic Star

The Cruise of the Arctic Star

For the young explorer captivated by the sea, this voyage blends a real-life sailing adventure with fascinating historic

Cover of Squirm

Carl Hiaasen's Middle Grade Novels

For the child navigating the complexities of an absent parent while discovering their own strength through a wild, cross

Cover of Charlie Thorne and the Lost City

Charlie Thorne #2

Charlie Thorne and the Lost City

For the child who feels like they see the world differently, this high-stakes thriller celebrates intellectual brillianc

Cover of Skink: No Surrender

Carl Hiaasen's Middle Grade Novels #5

Skink: No Surrender

For the teen navigating the digital world who needs a wild, high-stakes reminder of the importance of real-world safety,

Cover of Wide Awake

For the teen processing big questions about democracy and identity. Two boyfriends join a nationwide protest after a con

Cover of Charlie Thorne and the Curse of Cleopatra

Charlie Thorne #3

Charlie Thorne and the Curse of Cleopatra

For the clever child who feels they do not quite fit in with peers and thrives on outsmarting adults while uncovering th

Cover of Spy School Project X

Spy School Project X

For the middle schooler navigating a world of confusing online information while learning who they can really trust when

Cover of The Luckiest Girl

The Luckiest Girl

For the teenager seeking independence, this classic coming of age story explores the excitement and growing pains of spe

Cover of Refugee

For the child asking big questions about global news or family history. This powerful story builds deep empathy for thos

Cover of For Freedom: The Story of a French Spy

For Freedom: The Story of a French Spy

Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

For the child grappling with the weight of global events, this true story shows how a teenager's artistic passion gave h

Cover of Nightshade

Anthony Horowitz

For the thrill seeker who loves high stakes and high tech. This mission explores the resilience needed when a young pers

Cover of The Birthday Room

The Birthday Room

For the child navigating complex family tensions or discovering a new passion, this gentle story explores the power of a

Cover of Another Day

For the teen struggling with an unhealthy relationship who needs to see the difference between being controlled and bein

Cover of Walk Two Moons

For the child processing a parent's absence or a significant loss. This multi-layered journey explores how stories help

Cover of Going Bovine

For the teen facing a life-altering diagnosis or feeling lost in the existential 'skid to nowhere,' this surreal journey

Cover of Max the Mighty

Freak the Mighty #2

Rodman Philbrick

For the child grappling with self-doubt who needs to see that true strength comes from protecting others and standing up

Cover of Forever in Blue

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants #4

Forever in Blue

For teens navigating the bittersweet transition to adulthood, this final summer explores how friendships evolve when liv

Cover of The Car

For the child seeking autonomy after feeling let down by adults, this story explores the power of self-reliance and the

Cover of See You in the Cosmos

See You in the Cosmos

For the child navigating complex family truths while chasing big dreams. This moving story explores mental health, broth

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