Discover the best camping books for kids filled with outdoor adventures, campfire fun, and nature exploration—perfect for inspiring young readers to enjoy the great outdoors!
Camping Books for Kids
Camping is the perfect way to spark a love for nature, adventure, and family fun—and what better way to get kids excited about the great outdoors than through books! Whether you’re planning a real camping trip or just want to bring the magic of the wilderness indoors, these camping-themed books for kids are packed with stories about tents, s’mores, wildlife, and outdoor exploration.
From picture books for little ones to early reader books for budding readers, this collection is sure to inspire imaginations and encourage a deeper appreciation for nature.
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Here’s my top picks of camping books for kids to read.
Llama Llama Loves Camping by Anna Dewdney
The Camping Trip by Jennifer K. Mann
Curious George Goes Camping by H. A. Rey & Margret Rey
A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee by Chris Van Dusen
S Is for S’mores: A Camping Alphabet by Helen Foster James
Froggy Goes to Camp by Jonathan London
Love You S’more by Melinda Lee Rathjen
Good Night Campsite by Adam Gamble & Mark Jasper
A Campfire Tail by Sarah Glenn Marsh
C Is for Camping by Greg Paprocki
When We Go Camping by Margriet Ruurs
Scaredy Squirrel Goes Camping by Melanie Watt
Our Great Big Backyard by Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager
Ruby’s Sleepover by Kathryn White
The Three Little Pigs Go Camping by Tony Bradman
Amelia Bedelia Goes Camping by Peggy Parish
Biscuit Goes Camping by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Pete the Cat Goes Camping by James Dean & Kimberly Dean
Camping with the President by Ginger Wadsworth
Hello, World! Let’s Go Camping by Jill McDonald
Nana the Great Goes Camping by Lisa Tawn Bergren
Just Me and My Dad (Little Critter) by Mercer Mayer
Maisy Goes Camping by Lucy Cousins
Brave Little Camper by Carmen Crowe
You’re Always Enough by Emily Ley
Mrs. Peanuckle’s Hiking Alphabet by Mrs. Peanuckle
The Hike by Alison Farrell
Hike It: An Introduction to Camping, Hiking, and Backpacking through the U.S.A. by Iron Tazz
Camping with Unicorns by Dana Simpson
Camp Time in California (Magic Tree House) by Mary Pope Osborne
Daniel Goes Camping! by May Nakamura and Jason Fruchter
Flat Stanley Goes Camping by Jeff Brown and Lori Haskins Houran
Humphrey’s Creepy-Crawly Camping Adventure by Betty G. Birney
Bailey Goes Camping by Kevin Henkes
Let’s go on a hike! by Katrina Liu
Hiking Day by Anne Rockwell
Explorers of the Wild by Cale Atkinson
P.J. Funnybunny Camps Out By Marilyn Sadler
Ladybug Girl and Bingo by Jacky Davis
Fatima’s Great Outdoors by Ambreen Tariq
Whether you’re heading into the woods for a family camping trip or creating a cozy campsite right in your living room, these fun camping books for kids are the perfect way to fuel imaginations and spark a love for the outdoors.
From silly campfire tales to stories of nature and friendship, there’s something for every young reader to enjoy. So grab a flashlight, curl up with a good book, and let the camping adventures begin—no bug spray required!
Camping Activities for Book Extensions
Going camping this summer? Add an outdoor escape room game to your outdoor adventure.
This free printable i spy outdoor adventure find and color activity is full of campfires and tents, trees and flowers, and all kinds of outdoor adventures!
Say and count syllables in this self-checking camping theme-muffin tin syllable counting game.
Don’t forget to explore one of our Camping Virtual Field Trips!
You can explore our book list of the best summer books for kids here.
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