45+ Books with Movie Adaptations That are Perfect for Your Homeschool Book Club!
This list includes books for a variety of ages, the first ones in the list will be geared toward younger children and – although it is not an exact science, go up in maturity, reading/grade level.
Enjoy!
1. The Very Hungry Caterpillar
A wonderful classic for babies and toddlers full of pretty colors, art, and food. And there is a very cute movie adaptation for this book here on Youtube.
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2. Charlotte’s Web
Another kids' classic! This is a story about a pig who befriends a spider and they work together to make sure he is not butchered by the farmer. There are two versions of the movie - one is animated and one is a live action. You can get both on Amazon here.
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3. Paddington
Meet Paddington, a charming bear from Peru who arrives in London with a love for marmalade. Follow his humorous and heartwarming adventures as he finds a new family and explores the big city. Watch Paddington on Amazon here.
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4. The World of Winnie-the-Pooh
Join Winnie-the-Pooh, a lovable bear, and his friends Piglet, Tigger, and Eeyore in the Hundred Acre Wood. These delightful tales celebrate friendship, imagination, and the simple joys of life. One of the many Winnie-the-Pooh movies can be found on Amazon here.
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5. Alice in Wonderland
Follow Alice as she tumbles down a rabbit hole into a whimsical world filled with curious characters like the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. A fantastical journey full of wonder and surprise. Watch on Amazon.
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6. Stuart Little
Stuart Little, a tiny mouse born to a human family, navigates life’s adventures with courage and wit. From sailing in Central Park to rescuing his friend Margalo, Stuart's small size never stops his big spirit. Watch the Movie Here.
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7. The Borrowers
Meet the tiny Borrowers, a family of little people living secretly in the walls of a human house. Their resourceful and adventurous lifestyle, borrowing items to survive, makes for a captivating read. Watch the movie on Amazon.
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Roald Dahl Books
You can get the entire Roald Dahl Collection on Amazon
8. Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Join Charlie Bucket on a magical tour of Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory, where fantastical inventions and peculiar characters abound. Watch on Amazon.
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9. James and The Giant Peach
Embark on a surreal adventure with James as he escapes his cruel aunts and sets off on a journey inside a giant peach with his insect friends. You can watch the movie on Amazon.
10. Matilda
Discover the story of Matilda, a brilliant young girl with extraordinary powers, as she overcomes her unkind parents and a tyrannical headmistress to find happiness and a love for learning. Watch the movie on Amazon
11. The BFG
Meet Sophie and her friend, the Big Friendly Giant, as they embark on a quest to stop the other, less friendly giants from eating human children. Watch the movie here on Amazon.
12. Peter Pan
Fly away to Neverland with Peter Pan, the boy who never grows up, and join his adventures with Wendy, John, Michael, and the Lost Boys as they battle Captain Hook and explore a land of magic and danger. Watch on Amazon.
13. Where The Wild Things Are
Follow Max on his imaginative journey to an island inhabited by wild creatures who crown him as their king. A tale of adventure, mischief, and the power of imagination. Watch on Amazon.
14. Room on The Broom
Join a kind witch and her cat as they make room on their broom for new friends they meet along the way. A rhyming, enchanting story of friendship and cooperation. Watch on Amazon.
15. The Polar Express
Climb aboard the Polar Express, a magical train that takes children to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Experience the wonder and magic of believing in the spirit of Christmas. Watch here on Amazon.
16. A Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man who discovers the true meaning of Christmas through the visits of three spirits. Watch it here on Amazon.
17. The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Follow the mischievous Peter Rabbit as he sneaks into Mr. McGregor’s garden and narrowly escapes getting caught. A classic story of adventure and consequences. Watch on Amazon here.
18. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on their journey to the Emerald City to meet the Wizard of Oz. A fantastical tale of courage, friendship, and self-discovery. Watch on Amazon.
19. The Jungle Book
Discover the adventures of Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle, as he learns the ways of the wild with help from Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther. Watch on Amazon.
20. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Follow the mischievous Tom Sawyer as he embarks on adventures along the Mississippi River, from treasure hunts to witnessing a crime, capturing the essence of childhood in 19th-century America. Watch on Amazon.
Chronicles of Narnia (Series)
21. The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
Step through the wardrobe into Narnia, a magical land where four siblings join the noble lion Aslan to battle the White Witch and restore peace. Available here on Amazon.
22. Prince Caspian
Return to Narnia with the Pevensie siblings as they aid Prince Caspian in reclaiming his throne and restoring Narnia to its former glory. Watch on Amazon.
23. Voyage of The Dawn Treader
Join Lucy and Edmund Pevensie and their cousin Eustace on a voyage across the sea to find the seven lost lords of Narnia, encountering dragons, mermaids, and more. Watch on Amazon.
24. How to Train Your Dragon (Series)
Discover the tale of Hiccup, a young Viking who befriends a dragon named Toothless, challenging his tribe’s traditional beliefs and forging a new path for humans and dragons. Watch here on Amazon.
25. The Guardians of Ga’Hoole (Series)
Follow the adventures of Soren, a young owl, as he joins the Guardians of Ga’Hoole to protect the owl kingdom from evil forces. Watch here on Amazon.
26. Redwall (Series)
Join the brave mice of Redwall Abbey as they defend their home from villains and embark on quests of heroism, friendship, and adventure in a richly detailed medieval world. Begin watching the series here on Amazon.
27. Journey to The Center of the Earth
Follow Professor Lidenbrock and his nephew Axel as they descend into a volcano and journey through a subterranean world filled with prehistoric creatures and ancient mysteries. Watch the movie on Amazon here.
28. The Secret Garden
Discover the transformative power of nature as Mary Lennox, a lonely orphan, finds a hidden garden and, with it, the healing of her own heart and those around her. Watch on Amazon.
29. Anne of Green Gables
Follow the spirited Anne Shirley as she grows up on Prince Edward Island, facing challenges with imagination and a fiery temper, making lasting friendships, and becoming a beloved member of the community. Watch the series on Amazon starting here.
30. The Adventures of Robin Hood
Join Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men as they rob from the rich to give to the poor, outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham, and defend the people of Sherwood Forest. Watch the movie on Amazon.
31. Howl’s Moving Castle
Step into the magical world of Sophie, who is turned into an old woman by a witch’s curse and finds herself in the moving castle of the mysterious wizard Howl. Watch here on Amazon.
32. Harry Potter (Series)
Experience the magical journey of Harry Potter, a young wizard who discovers his true heritage and battles the dark wizard Voldemort with the help of his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Watch the first one on Amazon.
33. The Hunger Games (Series)
Join Katniss Everdeen as she navigates a dystopian world, competing in the deadly Hunger Games, and becomes a symbol of rebellion against an oppressive regime. Watch the first of the series on Amazon.
34. Frisby and The Rats of NIMH
Follow Mrs. Frisby, a brave mouse, as she seeks the help of the intelligent rats of NIMH to save her home and protect her family. Watch the movie here on Amazon.
35. Where the Red Fern Grows
Discover the touching story of Billy Colman and his two coonhound puppies as they grow up together, face challenges, and form an unbreakable bond. Watch on Amazon.
36. The Giver
Enter a seemingly perfect world where Jonas, a young boy, discovers the dark secrets behind his community’s façade of sameness and controlled emotions. watch the movie on Amazon.
37. The Host
Explore a future where alien souls inhabit human bodies, and Melanie Stryder fights to keep her mind and emotions alive in the face of an alien takeover. Watch the movie here on Amazon.
38. Out of Africa
Experience Karen Blixen’s memoir of her life managing a coffee plantation in Kenya, capturing the beauty, culture, and challenges of colonial Africa. Watch here on Amazon.
39. Pride and Prejudice
Delve into the world of Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates issues of class, marriage, and family in Jane Austen’s classic tale of love and social expectations. Watch the movie here on Amazon.
40. Little Women
Follow the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they grow up, face personal struggles, and find their places in the world. Watch on Amazon.
41. West Side Story
Experience the tragic romance of Tony and Maria, set against the backdrop of rival gangs in New York City, inspired by Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet." Watch the Amazon movie here.
42. The Grapes of Wrath
John Steinbeck’s powerful novel about the Joad family’s harrowing journey from the Dust Bowl to California, highlighting the struggles and resilience of migrant workers during the Great Depression. Watch on Amazon.
43. Romeo and Juliet
Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy of star-crossed lovers from feuding families, whose love leads to both joy and devastating consequences. Watch here on Amazon.
44. To Kill a Mockingbird
Harper Lee’s poignant novel set in the American South, where young Scout Finch learns about injustice and empathy as her father, Atticus, defends a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Watch here on Amazon.
45. Lord of The Rings (Trilogy)
Embark on an epic quest with Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship to destroy the One Ring and save Middle-earth from the dark lord Sauron in J.R.R. Tolkien’s masterpiece. Watch here on Amazon.
46. Vanity Fair
Follow the ambitious and cunning Becky Sharp as she navigates society, love, and friendship in William Makepeace Thackeray’s satirical novel. Get the video here.
Enjoy reading and watching!