Are you looking for a wonderful list of children’s books set in Arizona? Here are some of our favorites! Each of these children’s books is either set in Arizona or features a person who has close ties to the state of Arizona. The Sonoran Desert is a prominent geographical feature of Arizona, and of course the Grand Canyon is a major American landmark. If you’d like more information on each book, read more by clicking on the affiliate links listed below.
24 Hours in Nowhere
A group of teenagers find themselves on a treasure hunt near Nowhere, Arizona and end up bonding over their shared...
A Picture Book of Cesar Chavez
An inspiring biography of Cesar Chavez, a social justice activist who was born in Arizona.
Arrow to the Sun
A native Pueblo Indian story about a young boy's journey to manhood through the four ceremonial chambers.
Big Moon Tortilla
A sweet story of a grandmother offering sage Native American advice about putting everyday problems in perspective.
Brighty of the Grand Canyon
The true story of a donkey who roamed and lived in the Grand Canyon.
Cactus Cafe: A Story of the Sonoran Desert
Discover all of the animals who live in the Sonoran Desert, located in Arizona.
Cesar Chavez
A fascinating biography of Cesar Chavez, activist for equal working rights during the Great Depression.
Chico
An autobiographical account of Sandra Day O'Connor's life with her pony, Chico, as she grew up in Arizona.
Coyote: A Trickster Tale from the American Southwest
Coyote finds himself in trouble when a group of crows decide to play a trick on him.
Desert Giant: The World of the Saguaro Cactus
An informative and scientific look at the Saguaro Cactus, native to Arizona's Sonoran Desert.