Over 50 Engaging Teen Books Made Into Fantastic Teen Movies

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One great thing about reading books with my teens is watching the movie together afterward.

Some teen books turned into movies are well done, and others, well let’s say we have rolled our eyes more than once. But it is always a great discussion

Not only will you be able to enjoy a great book together, but then you can discuss the choices made when adapting the story for the big screen

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Options for Reading a Book With Your Teen

1. Listen to the audio version together. Grab some time in the car or in the evenings after dinner.

Audiobooks are easy to find. They are often at your public library or available through the Libby app (using your library card). You can also purchase them on Amazon Audible or join with a monthly Audible membership and receive your first title free! (sometimes more – be sure to check out the lastest deal)

2. Read Aloud. Teens are not too old for a fantastic read-aloud. I still try to find time to read 1-2 books a year out loud with my older teens.

3. Read Separately. Agree on a book and each of you read it on your own time. Honestly, this is often the easiest method with our busy schedules.

Ready to have a great discussion after the movie?

I’ve got a guide for you with 9 questions you can discuss after watching any movie.

50 Teen Books Made Into Movies

Let’s get this list started with 50 fun teen books that have been turned into movies.

Please note that you should always research the content of books and movies to determine if they are appropriate for your own family. I recommend using Common Sense Media to review the specific content.

I did include the rating if the movie is rated R.

Let It Snow: Three Holiday Romances by John Green, Lauren Myracle, and Maureen Johnson

Let It Snow: The Book
Let It Snow: The Movie (NETFLIX)

It’s Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini

It’s Kind of a Funny Story: The Book
It’s Kind of a Funny Story: The Movie

The Spectacular Now by Tim Tharp

The Spectacular Now: The Book
The Spectacular Now: The Movie (R)

Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews

Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl: The Book
Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl: The Movie

Paper Towns by John Green

Paper Towns: The Book
Paper Towns: The Movie

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You: The Book
Me Before You: The Movie

Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Hamlet: The Book
Hamlet: The Movie

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

The Hate U Give: The Book
The Hate U Give: The Movie

The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan

The Lightning Thief: The Book
The Lightning Thief: The Movie

GRAB FREE DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

I am Number Four by Pittacus Lore

I am Number Four: The Book
I am Number Four: The Movie

The Princess Bride by William Goldman

The Princess Bride: The Book
The Princess Bride: The Movie

A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks

A Walk to Remember: The Book
A Walk to Remember: The Movie

Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli

Stargirl: The Book
Stargirl: The Movie (available on Disney+)

The Sun is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon

The Sun is Also a Star: The Book
The Sun is Also a Star: The Movie

The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken

The Darkest Minds: The Book
The Darkest Minds: The Movie

The Thief Lord by Cornelia Funke

The Thief Lord: The Book
The Thief Lord: The Movie

Stardust by Neil Gaiman

Stardust: The Book
Stardust: The Movie

Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

Inkheart: The Book
Inkheart: The Movie

Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery

Anne of Green Gables: The Book
Anne of Green Gables: The Movie

Stormbreaker (Alex Rider) by Anthony Horowitz

Stormbreaker: The Book
Stormbreaker: The Movie

Eragon by Christopher Paolini

Eragon: The Book
Eragon: The Movie

Avalon High by Meg Cabot

Avalon High: The Book
Avalon High: The Movie

The Martian by Andy Weir

The Martian: The Book
The Martian: The Movie

A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness

A Monster Calls: The Book
A Monster Calls: The Movie

Nerve by Jean Ryan

Nerve: The Book
Nerve: The Movie

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline

Ready Player One: The Book
Ready Player One: The Movie

I Kill Giants by Joe Kelly

I Kill Giants: The Book
I Kill Giants: The Movie

Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

Anne Frank: The Book
Anne Frank: The Movie

Don’t Miss the Discussion Guide: Questions to Compare a Book to the Movie:

Don’t Miss These Ideas for a Fun Family Movie Night! (including a printable pack with invitations, mazes, and more!)

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Find even more family-friendly books turned into movies at The Waldock Way!

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She believes that creativity, laughter, and fun are the backbone for engaging and inspiring homeschools. You can find her encouragement and tips on this blog, Mary Hanna Wilson.

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Options for Reading a Book With Your Teen

Ready to have a great discussion after the movie?

50 Teen Books Made Into Movies

The Hobbit: Or, There and Back Again by J. R. R. Tolkien

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Divergent by Veronica Roth

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne

Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott

Emma by Jane Austen

The Giver by Lois Lowry

The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

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The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares

Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver

5th Wave by Rick Yancey

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

Fault in Our Stars by John Green

Maze Runner by James Dashner

Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs

Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card

The Host by Stephenie Meyer