Books About Board Games

The Best Board Games Books for Kids

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

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The Shortlist

Our 7 Favorite Books About Board Games

Jumanji
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 1981

Jumanji

Two siblings find a mysterious board game that brings the jungle to life.

32 pages· 1,794 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 30,828 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Peter and Judy discover an ordinary board game with extraordinary consequences. As they roll the dice, their world transforms into a jungle of chaos and wonder. To escape, they must finish the game, but can they survive its wild surprises? Dive into a tale where fantasy blurs with reality, and every move could be their last.
Graphic Nov.
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Dragon Boogie

By Erik Craddock · Book #7 in the Stone Rabbit series

Transported to a medieval realm, a rabbit must escape dragons and dungeons.

96 pages· 2,389 words· Est. 27 min read
4.1 Goodreads · 124 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Stone Rabbit and his friends are whisked away to a medieval world by enchanted dice. Facing nerdy knights, wacky wizards, and deranged dragons, Stone Rabbit must complete a noble quest to escape. Will he conquer the fiery lair or be trapped in dungeons forever? Join this quick-tempered rabbit on a zany adventure filled with peril and humor, where every roll of the dice could change their fate. Can Stone Rabbit outwit the magical chaos and return home, or will he be lost to the medieval madness?
Wander Lost
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Wander Lost

Two brothers must break the rules to rescue their mom trapped in a mysterious game world.

368 pages· 78,393 words· Est. 11 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 281 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Rhett and Nash's world flips when their mom vanishes, leaving them with a secret: their family can enter any board game. With their mom held hostage by a vengeful game character, the brothers must navigate fantastical worlds, solve puzzles, and face unexpected dangers. Can they outsmart the game and save her, or will it be game over? The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in this thrilling adventure.
Revenge of the Mummy
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$379
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1996

Revenge of the Mummy

By Marie Jacks · Book #13 in the Clue series

Who stole a mummy's treasure? Readers weigh the clues to crack ten quick cases.

98 pages
3.9 Goodreads · 132 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Who took the mummy's treasure? Was it Mr. Green in the dining room with the knife, or Mrs. White in the lounge with the lead pipe? Ten short mysteries based on the Clue board game invite readers to study the clues and solve each case.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2006

The Revenge of the Shadow King

Four friends must stop card game creatures from destroying their town.

384 pages· 95,737 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 5,315 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Max and his friends, the Grey Griffins, discover their card game creatures are real and threatening their Minnesota town. As goblins and fairies emerge, can they save their world?
Zathura
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002

Zathura

By Chris Van Allsburg · Book #2 in the Jumanji series

Two brothers face cosmic chaos from a mysterious board game. Can they unite to survive?

32 pages· 2,125 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 3,489 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: When Danny brings home a mysterious board game, he and his brother Walter are thrust into an intergalactic adventure. As homicidal robots and Zyborg pirates invade their living room, the feuding siblings must set aside their rivalry to navigate the game's perilous challenges. Will they learn to cooperate before it's too late? With each roll of the dice, the stakes rise, and the brothers' bond is tested in this thrilling tale of teamwork and survival. Dive into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and every move could be their last.
Candy Land
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2025

Candy Land

By Christy Webster, Meg Dunn (Illustrator)

Embark on a sweet journey through Candy Land's magical realms.

24 pages
3.8 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Step into the enchanting world of Candy Land, where every turn leads to a new adventure. Join the quest through Lollipop Woods and race to the Candy Castle, meeting delightful characters like Queen Frostine and Mr. Mint. Will you reach the castle first, or will unexpected surprises change your path? This beautifully illustrated tale invites young readers and collectors alike to explore a land where imagination knows no bounds. Perfect for those who cherish whimsical stories and timeless adventures.