books that are historical fiction for kids

If you're searching for captivating historical fiction books for kids, you've come to the right place! Historical fiction is a fantastic genre that allows young readers to explore different time periods while immersing themselves in captivating stories. In this article, we will recommend some must-read historical fiction books for kids, along with their esteemed authors and additional resources to further enhance your reading experience.

1. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry:
Lois Lowry's "Number the Stars" is a heartwarming and inspiring story set in Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II. The book follows the journey of ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen, who embarks on a perilous mission to save her Jewish best friend from the Nazis. This gripping tale of bravery and friendship is a must-read for young readers interested in World War II history.

2. "The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963" by Christopher Paul Curtis:
Christopher Paul Curtis takes readers back to the Civil Rights Movement in "The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963." This poignant novel follows the Watson family as they travel from Michigan to Alabama and witness the tragic events of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing. Through the eyes of ten-year-old Kenny, readers gain insight into the realities of racial tensions and the importance of compassion and understanding.

3. "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Forbes:
For a thrilling adventure set during the American Revolution, pick up Esther Forbes' "Johnny Tremain." This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of fourteen-year-old Johnny, an apprentice to a silversmith, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes involved in the fight for American independence. Journey alongside Johnny as he navigates through historical events and encounters notable figures like Paul Revere.

4. "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell:
Transport yourself to the early 19th century with Scott O'Dell's "Island of the Blue Dolphins." Inspired by true events, this captivating tale follows the life of Karana, a young Native American girl. After being left behind on an island off the coast of California, Karana must learn to survive on her own. This compelling story explores themes of resilience, independence, and the power of nature.

To further explore historical fiction for kids, there are several websites that offer an extensive collection of recommended books:

- Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): This popular platform provides user-generated book recommendations, reviews, and ratings. You can find curated lists of historical fiction books for kids, along with detailed information about each title.

- BookTrust (www.booktrust.org.uk): BookTrust is a UK-based organization dedicated to promoting reading for children. Their website offers a range of book recommendations, including historical fiction suitable for different age groups.

- Common Sense Media (www.commonsensemedia.org): This website provides trustworthy reviews and ratings of various types of media for children, including books. Common Sense Media can help you discover age-appropriate historical fiction books and also provides discussion guides for parents and teachers.

With these recommendations and resources at your fingertips, you can dive into the exciting world of historical fiction and ignite a love for reading in young minds. Happy exploring!
Iron Soft Fiction
Iron Soft

Wen Ruixiu watched as his future father-in-law waved his hand and summoned three handsome young men in front of him. He was told that his fiancée was among them. Tian Rou had always believed that what she managed to snatch was hers, little did she know that the jade pendant she had taken from her elder brother was actually a token of betrothal. She roughly pulled off the jade pendant that she had been wearing for over ten years and threw it to Wen Ruixiu, stuttering, "Sister-in-law! I didn't know you had this kind of relationship with my elder brother!" Wen Ruixiu: "..." Wen Ruixiu had been well-educated since childhood, and even in his youth, he had yearned for the heroic aspirations depicted in the frontier poems, sacrificing oneself for the nation

486.79 Million words | 2022-02-22 14:20Update

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The New Empress in the Cold Palace Fiction
The New Empress in the Cold Palace

On the wedding night, Meifrost went from being the revered queen to the despised whore. The Emperor grew disgusted, she was dethroned, and banished to the cold palace... A series of perilous events unfolded, and everyone blamed her for her own misfortune. She had to bear the consequences of sins committed by her past self, even though she had nothing to do with them. With a dagger in hand, she tore apart the bonds of sisterhood, Holding hands with her lover, they swore to grow old together, But the most enchanting words in the world turned out to be a grand conspiracy. She said she never wanted to become the queen, and people mocked her for being pretentious. She claimed ignorance

69.59 Million words | 2022-07-26 01:41Update

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Song Shixing. Fiction
Song Shixing.

In the sixth year of Xuanhe, he arrived at the capital city of Dongjing. Two years away from the disgraceful Jingkang Incident, Yu Yin stood by the Wuzhang River, at a loss. Is Dongjing a dream of prosperity, or a dream of illusion? The once magnificent buildings are now on the verge of collapse, while the streets are filled with vibrant colors... In this crumbling world, Yu Yin stumbles forward. But with a sudden turn, he realizes that history has changed without his noticing. A brand new era silently unfolds!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

160.65 Million words | 2023-03-29 22:55Update

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Red Soviet Fiction
Red Soviet

The enormous steel warplane shimmered like a shooting star in the vast sky, reincarnating as Lieutenant Andrei in the Soviet Far Eastern Military District. He piloted a supersonic fighter jet, soaring through the air, showcasing his true heroism. While the Eastern Plain country faced threats from powerful Western nations, it pursued technological advancement to strengthen its military, embracing reform for national prosperity. The flags of the sickle and hammer bore witness to the deep-seated animosity from the freedom-loving world towards the Soviet Union.

516.80 Million words | 2022-02-23 14:11Update

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The Hou Mansion's backyard is full of intrigue. Fiction
The Hou Mansion's backyard is full of intrigue.

It is said that there are many rumors in front of the widow's door, but Yan Su feels that there are also many rumors in the backyard of the marquis's mansion. Dealing with troublesome concubines and avoiding conspiracies, she can't do without using tactics if she wants to survive. While Yan Su was focusing on dealing with various rumors in the backyard, she said, "Oh, Marquis, can you let go of your hands around me?" ********* Scene one: Yan Su grabbed her collar and looked guardedly at Marquis Shen in front of her. Marquis Shen raised an eyebrow, a smile playing at the corners of his eyes and lips. "Don't block me. Do you not remember who it was that sneaked under my bed to peep while I was bathing?" Scene two: Y

289.12 Million words | 2021-09-02 16:20Update

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Prequel to Eternal Prosperity and Peace. Fiction
Prequel to Eternal Prosperity and Peace.

Prequel to Eternal Peace and Prosperity [Qing Dynasty]: Guo Guangrui, the Greedy Dreamer

559.42 Million words | 2022-04-15 10:28Update

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Rebirth during the Transition of Zhou Dynasty Fiction
Rebirth during the Transition of Zhou Dynasty

This is a story that takes place during the late Southern and Northern Dynasties, when the Northern Zhou Dynasty was annihilating the Qi Dynasty. The writing style is humorous. Group number: .

102.32 Million words | 2020-10-18 20:52Update

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Door to Anywhere: Starting Point - Qin Shi Huang Enlightenment Fiction
Door to Anywhere: Starting Point - Qin Shi Huang Enlightenment

After graduating from college, Chu Feng refused to become a journalist and chose to be a farmer instead. However, strange guests would occasionally appear after nightfall. Emperor Ying Zheng: "Sir, please save Great Qin!" Emperor Li

18.87 Million words | 2020-08-06 16:58Update

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Rise up Australia. Fiction
Rise up Australia.

On a high-speed train heading home, there was an unprecedented thunderstorm. Two airplanes were inexplicably caught in it, turning back time 200 years to Australia in the year. In this still wild continent, how will these modern people survive?

338.41 Million words | 2023-02-17 16:35Update

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Rebirth of the Cold Emperor's Beloved Consort Fiction
Rebirth of the Cold Emperor's Beloved Consort

She was just an ordinary, extremely ordinary person. An unexpected car accident caused her to be reborn in a different world, and she even became a princess of a country, embarking on a journey of reversing her fate! Wait a minute, she successfully turned the tide, but can someone please tell her why there are other races besides humans in this world? What is the power of race? Oh my, what kind of world is this? Just a small hint: there are dual male and female protagonists in this story~

144.31 Million words | 2021-12-27 04:41Update

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The Rise of Dragon Soul Fiction
The Rise of Dragon Soul

The center of world power, the most mysterious island, is the supreme hall of honor for soldiers, and also known as a purgatory-like existence. Dragon Soul Island transforms an ordinary person into a towering figure, unlocking their last drop of potential, surpassing the nation, and becoming the battleground for global power struggles. Li Dou, a young lad from Xiahe Village, becomes a soldier and grows into a national-level king of soldiers. However, his struggle has just begun, as Dragon Soul Island stretches out its colossal hand towards him.

403.63 Million words | 2021-02-09 07:49Update

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The Ming Scholar Fiction
The Ming Scholar

pS; Male fans welfare group!! Cao Dingjiao accidentally traveled to the late Ming Dynasty. In order to blend into the officials, Cao Dog Official single-handedly confronted an army of 200,000 bandits. Have you ever seen a civil official wielding a 100-pound wolf tooth club and wearing three layers of heavy armor? Lu Xiangsheng can only be my little brother following behind Cao Dog Official. My brother is also quite awesome, his name is Cao Bianjiao, and my uncle is named Cao Wenzhao. I am a cultured military general, also known as a Confucian general! I am a scholar with a fist, also known as a gentleman. With my writing, I can bring peace to the world, and with my martial arts, I can determine the fates of all. I can face Mongol invaders alone and suppress rebellions like a superhuman. ps

588.79 Million words | 2021-01-06 03:04Update

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The Hilarious Soldier King Fiction
The Hilarious Soldier King

##The sequel "Rise of the Soldier King" has been released ## There are countless reasons to enlist in the army. Defending the household? Self-improvement? Seeking a better future? "Of course, it's to defend the household!" Xu Yan's eyes flickered, "To defend the household, at the very least, one must have a household. Allow me to catch up to the campus belle and establish a household first!" The unruly youth, enamored with the campus belle's admiration for soldiers, made a bet and enlisted, thinking that he could just show off and be cool inside, and then return to claim his beautiful lady. But the audacious young man could never have imagined that his life would

141.12 Million words | 2021-09-10 07:51Update

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The Dominator of the World at the End of Sui Dynasty. Fiction
The Dominator of the World at the End of Sui Dynasty.

At the end of the Sui Dynasty, chaos engulfed the land and heroes emerged. Various stalwart men fought for dominance in the Central Plains, but who would emerge victorious? Li Shimin, Wang Shichong, Dou Jiande, Li Mi, Xiao Xian, Du Fuwei... Countless extraordinary individuals took to the stage, but who would have the last laugh? As a modern white-collar worker, reborn as a illegitimate child of Yuwen Huaji, in this tumultuous era of power struggle

37.11 Million words | 2023-04-18 09:11Update

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Reversing Fate Fiction
Reversing Fate

It was a chaotic era, with the world divided into numerous factions. The intense desire for wealth and fierce struggle for power permeated the land. Song Qi, who possessed a pure and upright nature, found himself unintentionally caught in the whirlpool of power and wealth upon crossing into this otherworldly realm. Amidst brutal killings and fierce battles, intertwined with lingering affection and bitter grudges, the legendary celestial book would either lead the protagonist to a tragic and gruesome death or guide him to the ultimate throne of supremacy over the world.

447.38 Million words | 2022-10-29 02:35Update

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Invincible Demolition Worker Fiction
Invincible Demolition Worker

Notice: In light of the strong protests from the Asian people regarding the severe air pollution caused by Yasukuni Shrine, in order to safeguard the physical health of the people in the Asia-Pacific region, the Demolition Office of the Tang Dynasty Empire stationed in Japan has decided to carry out the demolition of the illegally constructed Yasukuni Shrine and construct a large-scale public sanitation facility in its place to alleviate air pollution, address the issue of land scarcity caused by the surging population in Tokyo, and improve personal hygiene for the local residents. From the date of issuance of this notice, all relevant individuals are required to bring their ownership certificates to the Demolition Office of the Tang Dynasty Empire within three days to complete the necessary procedures for demolition compensation agreements. Failure to complete the relevant procedures within three days will result in the initiation of legal proceedings for forced demolition by the Tang Dynasty Empire. The Tang Dynasty Empire stationed in Japan will collaborate with the city management personnel from the Demolition Office for the execution of the forced demolition. We urge all relevant countries, such as the Angle Tower, to refrain from challenging the bottom line of the Tang Dynasty Empire. Otherwise, they shall bear the consequences themselves. This notice is hereby issued. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Demolition Office of the Tang Dynasty Empire stationed in Japan

248.76 Million words | 2021-06-24 10:16Update

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Blood-Robe Guard Fiction
Blood-Robe Guard

Transcending into the Ming Dynasty, I became Lin Feng, the Captain of the Blood Blade Unit in the Imperial Guards. A mysterious shipwreck marked the beginning of my journey of conquest. Slaying fierce wolves, bloodstains covered Sanjiang County as I revitalized the reputation of the Ten Units in the Imperial Guards. With my blood-soaked blade, I exterminated Japanese invaders, challenged Zhu Di, and established the dominance of the Imperial Guards.

299.57 Million words | 2021-09-27 07:00Update

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The cunning hero/villain (depending on the context) Fiction
The cunning hero/villain (depending on the context)

【Short Version 1】: Rather bear the blame than put it on others. 【Short Version 2】: I will take care of your wife, don't worry about her. ... As the wheel of history turns, sometimes the front wheel stops while the back wheel takes over - causing things to go off track. Wu Fan finds himself transported to a parallel universe, five hundred years after history was altered by Dong Zhuo. It's now the era of the Sui Dynasty and he is unfortunately a low-ranking official known as a "palace eagle dog". Thus begins his story. PS: (50 updates on the first day of release, are you ready?) PS: The previous summary was too long, here's a new one.

167.30 Million words | 2022-01-13 07:09Update

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The Cute Consort of the King Fiction
The Cute Consort of the King

"The King's Adorable Concubine" has thrilling and captivating plot twists that were skillfully written by the author, Yin Mei Hu. You can read the latest refreshing and clean chapters of this novel for free on the Qidian platform.

548.80 Million words | 2023-05-27 16:47Update

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Bring a royal concubine back to modern times. Fiction
Bring a royal concubine back to modern times.

Zhang Han, a pitiful college student, unexpectedly traveled back in time to the Qing Dynasty, only to be exiled to the land of Japan, where he becomes a slave and makes the Japanese Queen fall in love with him. With his amazing popping street dance moves, he astounds the world. Later, he forms a special forces unit to bring peace to the martial arts world. In an unexpected turn of events, he marries a princess as a eunuch. But eventually, he accidentally returns to the modern world, bringing along his harem. It's going to be a lot of fun! Liu Xiuya says, "I will always be by your side." Wanfei says, "Bring that dead eunuch to me, I want to marry you." Zhang Han Yue says, "Wherever you both are, it is heaven."

481.38 Million words | 2023-01-06 13:46Update

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