Books About Alien Encounters

The Best Alien Encounters Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about alien encounters? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Alien Encounters

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Jennifer Chan Is Not Alone

By Tae Keller

A missing girl, alien beliefs, and a quest for truth challenge middle school norms.

288 pages· 57,359 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,990 ratings

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Summary: Mallory Moss knows the rules of middle school: fit in to survive. But when Jennifer Chan, who believes in aliens, moves in and then disappears, Mallory's world shifts. As she follows clues in Jennifer's journals, Mallory must confront uncomfortable truths about herself and her friendships. What if Jennifer's beliefs hold more than just fantasy? In this gripping tale, the search for a missing girl becomes a journey of self-discovery, challenging the boundaries of friendship and the universe. Can Mallory find Jennifer and, in the process, find herself?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

You're Mine, Captain!

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #2 in the Geronimo Stilton: Spacemice series

A spacemouse faces an alien queen's unexpected proposal. Can he escape her grasp?

128 pages· 8,791 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 747 ratings

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Summary: Geronimo Stiltonix, captain of MouseStar 1, encounters a broken-down alien ship. Eager to assist, he travels to planet Flurkon, only to find himself the object of the alien queen's affection. With marriage on her mind, Geronimo must navigate this cosmic conundrum. Will he find a way back to his adventures, or is he destined to remain on Flurkon forever? Discover the twists and turns of this intergalactic escapade.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Spaced Out

By Stuart Gibbs · Book #2 in the Moon Base Alpha series

A moon base commander vanishes. Can a young detective solve the mystery before it's too late?

352 pages· 68,338 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 7,586 ratings

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Summary: On Moon Base Alpha, twelve-year-old Dash Gibson faces a baffling mystery: the commander has vanished without a trace. With nowhere to hide on the tiny base, Dash must unravel the truth while guarding his own secret—telepathic contact with an alien named Zan. As tensions rise and the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, can Dash solve the case before it's too late? Dive into a thrilling adventure where every clue counts and nothing is as it seems.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018

A Stone for Sascha

By Aaron Becker

A girl's beach walk reveals a profound truth, transforming her grief over a lost pet.

48 pages

4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,132 ratings

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Summary: A young girl faces a summer without her beloved dog, Sascha. As she strolls along the beach, collecting stones, her sorrow begins to shift. At the ocean's edge, beneath an endless sky, she discovers a profound truth that connects her personal loss to a timeless cycle. This wordless journey invites readers to explore layers of emotion and meaning, offering a transformative experience that resonates deeply.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003

The Comic Book Mystery

Book #93 in the The Boxcar Children series

A rare comic, a fake note, and a mystery to solve. Can the Aldens catch the culprit?

112 pages· 14,695 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 376 ratings

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Summary: The Alden children uncover a fake note inside a rare Captain Fantastic comic. As they delve into the mystery, the note is stolen, hinting at a plot to sabotage the superhero. With the stakes high, the Aldens must use their investigative skills to unmask the comic book culprit. Will they succeed before the villain strikes again?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Stowaway

By John David Anderson · Book #1 in the The Icarus Chronicles series

A boy must navigate space and trust pirates to save his kidnapped father and protect Earth from alien conflict.

384 pages· 84,369 words· Est. 11.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 795 ratings

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Summary: Leo's world shatters when a rare mineral sparks an intergalactic war, claiming his mother's life. Stranded in space after his father's abduction, Leo must join mercenary pirates on a perilous quest. As alliances blur, he faces treacherous choices to rescue his father and safeguard Earth. Can Leo trust anyone in this vast, hostile universe?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Last Day on Mars

By Kevin Emerson · Book #1 in the Chronicle of the Dark Star series

Mars is doomed. Can two young heroes uncover secrets to save humanity?

352 pages· 63,506 words· Est. 9 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,974 ratings

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Summary: In 2213, Earth is gone, and Mars is next. Liam and Phoebe, among the last humans on Mars, must board the final starliner to escape. But as they prepare to leave, they uncover startling truths about time, space, and a cosmic battle for survival. Can they unravel these mysteries before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1990

Stanley in Space

By Jeff Brown, Macky Pamintuan (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Flat Stanley series

A family travels to a distant planet to meet an alien race.

128 pages· 7,006 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,632 ratings

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Summary: Stanley Lambchop and his family embark on a groundbreaking space journey aboard the Star Scout. Chosen by the President, Stanley's mission takes him from meeting the Queen of England to celebrating a birthday in space. But when an alien planet faces peril, Stanley must step up to save the day. Can he handle the pressure of being Earth's ambassador and a hero in the cosmos?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Red's Planet

By Eddie Pittman · Book #1 in the Red's Planet series

A girl is abducted by aliens and stranded on a strange planet with misfit creatures.

192 pages· 7,621 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 910 ratings

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Summary: Red, a spirited 10-year-old, dreams of escaping her foster family. But when a UFO whisks her away, she ends up on a spaceship owned by a treasure-collecting creature. After a crash landing on a deserted planet, Red teams up with Tawee, a small alien, to navigate hostile aliens, dangerous wildlife, and Goose, the grumpy custodian. Can Red find her paradise in this unexpected adventure?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

Long Distance

By Whitney Gardner

Vega's summer camp turns mysterious as she seeks to reclaim her old life.

320 pages· 10,191 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 2,150 ratings

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Summary: Vega's summer takes a turn when her family moves from Portland to Seattle, leaving her best friend behind. Sent to camp to make new friends, Vega is determined to return to her old life. But when her phone dies and camp gets weird, she must join forces with her bunkmates to unravel the mystery. Can Vega find her way back to her past, or will she discover something unexpected in her new world?

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