Charity's Book'd Lists

Magical Books for Kids Who Love Unicorns

Created by Charity - Updated on September 20^th 2019

As a mother to a little girl, who loves glitter, sparkles, and rainbows, it is no surprise that unicorns are an obsession in my house. If you have a kiddo at home that you think would love to dive into a unicorn book here's a list to get you started.

Unicorns 101

Atkinson, Cale, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

Invites the reader to join top unicorn scientists as they clear up the myths and misconceptions people have about these majestic creatures and their abilities.

Uni's first sleepover

Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, author.

From the Publisher

"It's Uni's very first sleepover! The other unicorns have been to sleepovers before, and have learned LOTS of magical games. Uni struggles with game after game, and by bedtime, Uni isn't having a very good time. Will Uni find a way to contribute to the fun?"-- Publisher's description.

Narwhal : unicorn of the sea

Clanton, Ben, 1988-

From the Publisher

A happy-go-lucky, waffle-loving narwhal and a cynical, no-nonsense jellyfish forge an unlikely friendship and share adventures while exploring the ocean together.

Not quite narwhal

Sima, Jessie, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

Born deep in the ocean, Kelp is not like the other narwhals and one day, when he spies a creature on land that looks like him, he learns why.

Thelma the unicorn

Blabey, Aaron.

From the Publisher

Told in rhyme, Thelma the pony wants to be a unicorn--but when her wish comes true she discovers that there is a downside to fame, and realizes that she was happier at home with her friend.

How to catch a unicorn

Wallace, Adam, author.

From the Publisher

"Can you catch the unicorn? You'll have to use your brain. So set your traps and prep your team to pet that rainbow mane!"-- Back cover.

Unicorn thinks he's pretty great

Shea, Bob.

From the Publisher

Envy turns to admiration and finally to friendship for Goat and Unicorn. Ever since Unicorn moved into the neighborhood, Goat has been feeling out of sorts. Goat thought his bike was cool-until he saw that Unicorn could fly to school! Goat made marshmallow squares that almost came out right, but Unicorn made it rain cupcakes! Unicorn is such a show-off, how can Goat compete? When Goat and Unicorn share a piece of pizza, Goat learns that being a unicorn might not be all it's cracked up to be....

Uni the unicorn

Rosenthal, Amy Krouse.

From the Publisher

Uni the unicorn believes that little girls are real.

Fancy Nancy and the quest for the unicorn

O'Connor, Jane, author.

From the Publisher

Dressing as princesses and knights, Fancy Nancy and her friends go off in search of a unicorn in her backyard.

A new friend for Sparkle

Young, Amy, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

When Lucy's friend Brock visits, Sparkle the "unicorn" is jealous until he and Brock discover a shared love of drumming and dancing.

Unicorn is maybe not so great after all

Shea, Bob, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

Concerned about losing friends during the first week of school, Unicorn upgrades his fabulousness.

You don't want a unicorn!

Dyckman, Ame, author.

From the Publisher

"A child wishes for a unicorn without knowing how unruly they are as pets"-- Provided by publisher.

Unicorn Day

Murray, Diana, author.

From the Publisher

The unicorns are celebrating their favorite day of the year, complete with rainbows and sparkly butterflies, but when an impostor (a horse with a fake horn) arrives, will the party continue with all its glittery glory?

Kevin the Unicorn: It's Not All Rainbows

Von Innerebner, Jessika

From the Publisher

Even sparkly unicorns that are filled with magical awesomeness and bring glitter and happiness to everything around them can have a bad day.

Unicorn rescue society. Books 1-2

Gidwitz, Adam, author.

From the Publisher

The creature of the pines: Elliot Eisner isn't exactly excited about starting at a brand-new school in a brand-new town; he'd much rather stay at home and read a book. But things take an unexpected turn when he finds out his weird new teacher, Professor Fauna, has planned a field trip for Elliot's very first day. Along with a new friend--brave, outspoken Uchenna Devereaux--Elliot gets caught up in a secret group of adventurers, The Unicorn Rescue Society, whose goal is to protect and defend the...

Goldilicious

Kann, Victoria.

From the Publisher

A little girl and her brother play with her imaginary gold-horned unicorn that can float on water, fly, and turn herself into a fairy princess.

The narwhal problem

Dadey, Debbie, author.

From the Publisher

"Kiki and her friends learn about coding as they compete to be the escort for young narwhal who will visit Trident Academy with her famous parents. Includes glossary, key to the codes used, and information about safeguarding narwhals' habitats."--Publisher's description.

I'm a unicorn

Loehr, Mallory, author.

From the Publisher

A magical Little Golden Book for little unicorn lovers! I am moonlight white. I have a magical horn. I look a lot like a horse, of course. . . So begins this charming Little Golden Book that introduces the magical unicorn to the littlest readers! In this sweet story, gorgeously illustrated by Disney artist Joey Chou, a unicorn tells the readers all about herself ( "My horn can make water clean, or heal a hurt" ) and her magical life ( "I frolic in the forest, I prance in the fields" ). Sure to...

Unicorn bowling : another Phoebe and her unicorn adventure

Simpson, Dana, 1977- author, artist.

From the Publisher

A collection of stories featuring Phoebe and her unicorn best friend Marigold finds the pair bowling, visiting the exclusive Camp Shimmerhorn, and writing songs.

The unicorn quest

Benko, Kamilla, author.

From the Publisher

In an antique-filled mansion, sisters Claire and Sophie find a ladder to the magical land of Arden, where wraiths roam freely, unicorns have disappeared, and the guilds of magic no longer trust each other.

The unicorn's tale

LaFevers, R. L.

From the Publisher

Beastologist-in-training Nathaniel Fludd and his Aunt Phil nurse a mysteriously ill unicorn, try to stop Obediah from taking the unicorn's horn, and finally get a solid lead on the whereabouts of Nathaniel's parents.