The Best Middle Grade Disney Books

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There are so many middle grade readers who love Disney. Celebrate the love for the movies, stories and theme parks with the best middle grade Disney books!

I’m currently in the second week of my Disney World vacation! It’s so much fun being back in a place that I love. And I’m so happy that I get to bring you another Disney themed book list!

Whether you’re looking for books for an upcoming trip or choices for a middle grade who loves Disney, you’ve come to the right place. While some books are targeted to a younger age group, these books will be loved by readers of any age!

If you’re looking for even more Disney themed book lists, be sure to check out this list of Star Wars books for kids or this list of the best Mulan books for kids. You’ll also love this list of books for kids who love Disney Parks!

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Middle Grade Disney Books

Disney Maps by Disney Press. This one is so much fun! It’s a look into the worlds that Disney has created. From the forest in Snow White to the suburbs where the toys of Toy Story live. These illustrated maps are so much fun and will have your middle grade reader immersed and turning the pages!

From an Idea to Disney by Lowey Bundy Sichol. For readers who are interested in the world of Disney, this is your best bet! It’s a behind the scenes look at the creation of the brand. With fun illustrations, readers will learn about the history of Disney and how it was developed into an empire.

Mary Blair’s Uniqure Flair by Amy Novesky. While this book is great for readers of a younger age, middle grade readers will love it too! Readers learn about Mary Browne Robinson, who played an important role in the It’s a Small World attraction! It’s a picture book that shares her story and her colourful world, but will be loved by readers of all ages.

Pocket Full of Colors by Amy Guglielmo and Jacqueline Tourville. Another great look into the colourful world of Mary Blair. While it’s also a picture book for younger children, middle grade readers will love the vivid illustrations. They’ll also love the in-depth look at a strong female employee of the Walt Disney Company.

Tales from the Haunted Mansion by Amicus Arcane. The start of a really fun series! Each book shares the story of one of the 999 ghosts. The text and illustrations are so great and middle grade readers will love. It’s the perfect option for Halloween or for those kids who just love the Haunted Mansion.

The Story of Walt Disney by Susan B Katz. A biography of Walt Disney just for young readers. If you know someone who loves everything about Disney, then this is the book for them. Read about the creation of characters and how Walt Disney built his brand. It’s a must read for middle grade readers who love Disney.

Walt’s Imagination by Doreen Rappaport. A picture book biography that’s great for young readers of any age. Middle grade readers will love the in depth look at Walt Disney from childhood to adulthood. It’s a small by mighty book that middle grade readers will certainly appreciate.

Walt Disney: Drawn from Imagination by Bill Scollon. Another great Walt Disney biography, this time for an older middle grade audience. Readers learn about Walt Disney and his influence on the world of entertainment.

Where is Walt Disney World? by Joan Holub. Fans of Walt Disney World will certainly love this one! Readers get a look inside the most magical place on earth and how it was created. If you know of a young reader who is dreaming of their next trip to Disney, then this is the book for them!

Who Was Walt Disney? by Whitney Stewart. A short and sweet introduction to the legend himself, Walt Disney. If you’re looking for a quick and easy read with simple black-and-white illustrations, then this is it. It’s sure to bring the magic of Walt into your home.