100+ Amazing Books for 4th Grade Girls

Here is a list of 100+ best books for 4th-grade girls that I have compiled specifically for the 9-10 age range. It’s not always easy to find stories that will grab our daughter’s attention that are also clean and uplifting, but they are out there, and I’m going to share our favorites with you.

This book list was a delight to make, given that my youngest daughter is in 4th grade this year. It was a handful of books on this list that really started the ball rolling for her. She began the school year a little reluctant to chapter books, and now she has caught the spark. I often find her curled up in a corner of the house, lost in a book.

Fourth grade is a wonderful age to catch the reading bug. By sharing this list, I hope to take some of the guesswork out of book selection and give you some high-quality options to present to your budding readers.

Choosing Good Quality Chapter Books for Fourth Graders

When selecting books for my kids, I look for content that will be wholesome and engaging, with respectful relationships, positive themes, and no underlying negativity, dark themes, or hidden agendas.

• No excessive potty humor
• Wholesome and engaging story
• Respectful relationships
• No underlying negativitiy or dark themes
• No hidden agendas

100+ Amazing Books for 4th Grade Girls

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Before we get into our list, let me give you a few quick notes. First, I’ve divided this list into genres. I tried to account for varied levels of ability and organized each category starting with easier reads, and then moving to more advanced.

Secondly, I did not write a snippet or review for each book; instead, I’ve linked each one to Amazon, where you can find more info, read reviews, and decide for yourself if it is a good fit for your daughter (affiliate links included). And lastly, if you have any other book suggestions, leave them in the comments below!

Humor & Light Reads for 4th Grade Girls

1. In Grandma’s Attic by Arleta Richardson
2. Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish
3. Lighthouse Family Series by Cynthia Rylant
4. Heartwood Hotel Series by Kallie George
5. A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond
6. Stewart Little by E.B. White
7. Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren
8. Mrs. Piggle Wiggle by Betty MacDonald
9. Here Comes the Bus by Carolyn Haywood
10. The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling
11. Hotel Flamingo Series by Alex Milway
12. McBroom’s Wonderful One-Acre Farm by Sid Fleischman
13. The Moffats by Eleanor Estes
14. Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
15. Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White

Historial Fiction Books for 4th Grade Girls:

16. The Courage of Sarah Noble by Alice Dalgliesh
17. Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan
18. Seesaw Girl by Linda Sue Parks
19. The Cabin Faced West by Jean Fritz
20. Lumber Camp Library by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock
21. A Lion to Guard Us by Clyde Robert Bulla
22. All-of-a-Kind Family by Sydney Taylor
23. Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink
24. Toliver’s Secret by Esther Wood Brady
25. I Survived the Titanic by Laurn Tarshis
26. I Survived the Dust Bowl by Laurn Tarshis
27. American Girl book Series
28. Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder
29. Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Mystery and Problem-Solving Books for 4th Grade Girls:

30. Cam Jensen Series by David A. Adler
31. The Boxcar Children Series by Gertrude Stein Warner
32. The Imagination Station Series by Paul McCusker
33. The Secret of the Hidden Scroll Series by M.J. Thomas
34. Ranger in Time Series by Kate Messner
35. Ginger Pye by Eleanor Estes
36. Pinkie Pye by Eleanor Estes
37. Ghost Town Treasure by Clyde Robert Bulla (no ghosts)
38. Clubhouse Mysteries Super Sleuth Collection by Sharon Draper
39. Lantern Lane Series by Tessa Green
40. The Happy Hollisters by Jerry West

Adventure & Fantasy Books for Fourth Grade Girls:

41. The Borrowers by Mary Norton
42. Runaway Ralph by Beverly Cleary
43. Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh by Robert C. O’Brien
44. The Secret Seven (Series) by Enid Blyton
45. The Adventure Collection by Enid Blyton
46. Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
47. The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic by Jennifer Trafton
48. The Magic Treehouse Series by Mary Pope Osborn
49. Nim’s Island by Wendy Orr
50. The Complete Tales of Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A. Milne
51. Little Pilgrims Progress by Helen L. Taylor (Religious allegory)
52. Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers
53. The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo

Friendship & Coming of Age Books for 4th Grade Girls:

54. The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes
55. The Canada Geese Quilt by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock
56. Romona Quimby Age 8 by Beverly Cleary
57. Beezus and Romona by Beverly Cleary
58. The Raggedy Ann Stories by Johnny Guelle
59. Betsy-Tacy by Maud Hart Lovelace
60. Cobble Street Cousins (Series) by Cynthia Rylant
61. Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm by Kate Douglas Wiggin
62. A Little Princess (Classic Starts Series) by Tania Zamorsky
63. Anne of Green Gables (Classic Starts Series) adapted by Kathline Olmstead
64. Heidi (Classic Starts Series) adapted by Lisa Church
65. Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell
66. Miracles on Maple Hill by Virginia Sorensen
67. Thimble Summer by Elizabeth Enright

Biography and Non-Fiction Books for 4th Grade Girls:

68. Who Was Amelia Earhart? by Kate Boehm Jerome
69. Who Was Harriet Tubman?  by Yona Zeldis McDonough
70. Who Was Anne Frank? by Ann Abramson
71. Who Was Clara Barton by Stephanie Spinner
72. Helen Keller by Margaret Davidson
73. Martha Washington by Jean Brown Wagoner (fictionalized)
74. Abigail Adams by Jean Brown Wagoner
75. The Tale of Beatrix Potter by Sara Schofield
76. Ballerina Dreams: From Orphan to Dancer by Michaela & Elaine DePrince

Non-Fiction Books for Fourth Grade Girls:

77. If You (Series) by Various Authors
78. Pagoo by Holling C. Holling
79. Seabird by Holling C. Holling
80. Five True Dog Stories by Margaret Davidson
81. DK Eyewitness (series) by DK
82. My Book of Horses and Ponies by DK
83. National Geographic Readers by Various Authors
84. First Encyclopedia of Animals by Paul Dowswell
85. World Kitchen Celebrations by Abigail Wheatley
86. Not-Your-Everyday Theasaurus by James Maclaine
87. Never Get Bored Outdoors by James Maclaine
88. Questions and Answers About Music by Lara Bryan
89. See Inside Your Body by Katie Daynes
90. Geography From A-Z by Jack Knowlton

“I cannot remember the books I’ve read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have made me.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Nature & Animal Books for 4th Grade Girls:

91. Owls in the Family by Farley Mowat
92. The Velveteen Rabbit by Margorie Williams
93. The Appletree Animal Agency by Katya Balen
94. Horse Diaries Series by Catherine Hapka & Ruth Sanderson
95. Dog Diaries by Kate Klimo
96. Black Beauty (Classic Starts) adapted by Lisa Church
97. Riding Freedom by Pam Munoz Ryan
98. Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
99. James Herriot Treasury for Children by James Herriot (Picture)
100. Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry
101. Stormy, Misty’s Foal by Marguerite Henry
102. Justin Morgan Had a Horse by Marguerite Henry
103. Sea Star: Orphan of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry

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Simple Ways to Build Your Home Library

I’m always on the lookout for great additions to my kids’ reading lists, and over time I’ve found a few easy ways to keep fresh recommendations coming:

• Keep a running list of authors you love. When you find a good one, chances are they’ve written other books or even full series you can enjoy later.
• Look for booklists from sources you trust—whether that’s online roundups, curriculum guides, or helpful resources like Home Learning Year by Year by Rebecca Rupp.
• Check recommendation features on sites like Amazon or Goodreads. They often suggest similar titles that end up being just as enjoyable.
• Swap ideas with friends and family who share similar values. A quick conversation can lead to some of our best discoveries.

What titles would you add to this list for 4th-grade girls?