Books About Electronics · 649 titles considered

The Best Electronics Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about electronics? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Electronics

City Spies
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

City Spies

By James Ponti · Book #1 in the City Spies series

A young hacker joins a secret spy team to stop a villain and save the world.

378 pages· 64,521 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 19,531 ratings
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Summary: Sara Martinez, a skilled hacker, faces juvenile detention until a British spy offers her a new life with a secret MI6 team. Now, part of the City Spies, Sara must navigate espionage, teamwork, and danger. As she heads to Paris, she must prevent a rival from winning a fortune and stop a looming threat. Can Sara and her diverse team of young spies outsmart the villains and save the day?
Slay
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2019

Slay

By Brittney Morris

A teen game developer battles a troll threatening her secret game and identity.

336 pages· 82,144 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 16,109 ratings
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Summary: Seventeen-year-old Kiera Johnson leads a double life: honors student by day, secret game developer by night. Her creation, SLAY, offers a haven for Black gamers until a murder links it to controversy. As an anonymous troll threatens to expose her, Kiera must defend her game and identity. Can she protect her virtual world without losing herself? The stakes are high in this gripping tale of identity, community, and resilience.
Ready Player One
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$3135
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2011

Ready Player One

By Ernest Cline · Book #1 in the Ready Player One series

In 2045, a virtual treasure hunt turns deadly as rivals vie for control of a digital empire.

480 pages· 132,733 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 1,353,295 ratings
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Summary: In 2045, Wade Watts escapes his grim reality by immersing himself in the OASIS, a vast virtual world. When its creator dies, he leaves behind a series of puzzles promising immense wealth and control of the OASIS to the first solver. Wade cracks the initial clue, igniting a fierce competition with ruthless adversaries willing to kill for the prize. As the stakes rise, Wade must navigate a perilous quest filled with pop culture riddles and deadly rivals. Can he outsmart them and claim the ultimate prize, or will he become another casualty in this high-stakes game?
Trouble at the Arcade
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Trouble at the Arcade

By Franklin W. Dixon, Scott Burroughs (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Hardy Boys: Secret Files series

Young detectives uncover a mystery at the arcade.

96 pages· 9,515 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 723 ratings
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Summary: Frank and Joe Hardy, young sleuths, stumble upon a mystery at the local arcade. As they dig deeper, they find themselves following in their detective father's footsteps. Can they solve the case before it's game over?
Secret Coders
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

Secret Coders

By Gene Luen Yang, Mike Holmes (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Secret Coders series

A new student uncovers secrets and unexpected friendships at their school.

88 pages· 5,114 words· Est. 57 min read
3.9 Goodreads · 3,991 ratings
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Summary: At Stately Academy, mysteries abound. Hopper and Eni, armed with coding skills and sharp minds, dive into a world of puzzles left by the school's enigmatic founder. As they unravel each clue, the stakes rise. Can they solve the academy's secrets before it's too late? This thrilling adventure blends logic, programming, and mystery, challenging young minds to think outside the box. Join Hopper and Eni on a journey where every answer leads to more questions, and the truth is just a code away.
Robot Queen
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2018

Robot Queen

By Marci Peschke, Tuesday Mourning (Illustrator) · Book #22 in the Kylie Jean series

Can Kylie master robotics and coding to win the big competition?

112 pages· 8,217 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 27 ratings
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Summary: Kylie Jean is captivated by the school's robotics team, the RoboGirls. Determined to join them, she dives into the world of coding and robot-building. As the competition looms, Kylie must prove her skills and impress the older girls. Will her dedication and newfound knowledge be enough to secure her place on the team and achieve victory?
Last Exit to the End!
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9

Last Exit to the End!

Minecraft Ironsword Academy series

Can they save their digital friend before the server crashes?

144 pages· 15,025 words· Est. 3 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 13 ratings
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Summary: Morgan and the team face their greatest challenge yet: rescuing their digital friend Eek from a crashing server. Using a medieval fair as cover, they must outsmart the fierce Ender Dragon and the watchful Principal Ferris. Will their daring plan succeed, or will Eek be lost forever? Dive into the thrilling conclusion of the Ironsword Academy series, where the boundaries between the real and digital worlds blur, and every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat.
It's Now or Nether!
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2025

It's Now or Nether!

By Caleb Zane Huett · Minecraft Ironsword Academy series

A daring rescue in the Nether as friends face danger and detention.

144 pages· 15,354 words· Est. 3 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 84 ratings
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Summary: At Ironsword Academy, Morgan and Ash face a dual challenge: navigating school life and rescuing their friend Eek from the perilous Nether. With Eek mistakenly trusting a hostile skeleton, Ash must venture alone into danger. Can they save Eek before it's too late, or will the Nether's darkness prevail? Dive into this thrilling Minecraft adventure where friendship and bravery are the ultimate tools for survival.
Ready. Set. Respawn!
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Ready. Set. Respawn!

By Caleb Zane Huett · Minecraft Ironsword Academy series

Can they save the Minecraft server before it's shut down forever?

144 pages· 13,384 words· Est. 2 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 127 ratings
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Summary: Morgan, Harper, and friends must protect their Minecraft server from permanent shutdown. With the Evoker Kid, a noob in constant danger, they navigate Ironsword Academy's challenges. Can they outsmart a principal intent on ending their game time and ensure the Evoker Kid's safety? Dive into this thrilling adventure where real-world and Minecraft mysteries collide.
The End of the Overworld!
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

The End of the Overworld!

By Nick Eliopulos, Random House (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Minecraft Stonesword Saga series

A rift threatens Minecraft's existence. Can the team save their world in time?

144 pages· 13,496 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 132 ratings
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Summary: Morgan, Harper, and their friends face their greatest challenge yet as a massive rift threatens to consume the Minecraft Overworld. With chaos reigning and their friend, the Evoker King, in peril, they have one last chance to save everything they hold dear. As the rift grows, will they find a way to close it before it's too late? Dive into the epic conclusion of the Stonesword Saga and discover if courage and teamwork can overcome impending doom.
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Electronics Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about electronics for the youngest readers and listeners.

Baby Code! Play
Series
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Baby Code! Play

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Introduce babies to coding through everyday play and discovery.

R Is for Robot
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R Is for Robot

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Robots create an alphabet with hilarious sounds.

Robobaby
Graphic Nov.
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$1799

Robobaby

Ages 4–7 · 2020

A robot family struggles to assemble a new baby, but big sister saves the day.

Baby Loves Coding!
Series
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Baby Loves Coding!

Ages 2–5 · 2018

Can Baby solve problems like a coder to fix her train using logic and patterns?

Video Games
Series
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Video Games

Ages 0–3 · 2021

Introduce your baby to gaming adventures and level up their playtime skills.

If/Then
Series
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If/Then

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Discover coding basics through a fun, interactive story of cause and effect.

And/Or
Series
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And/Or

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Unlock coding basics through a playful story of sharing and discovery.

Neural Networks for Babies
Series
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Neural Networks for Babies

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Introduce your baby to the basics of neural networks with this colorful, simple guide to machine learning concepts.

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Electronics Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about electronics for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Grace Hopper
Series
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Grace Hopper

Ages 5–9 · 2017

Discover the trailblazing journey of a woman who taught computers to 'speak English' and broke all the rules.

When Charlie McButton Lost Power
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When Charlie McButton Lost Power

Ages 4–8 · 2005

A power outage forces a tech-obsessed boy to choose between his games and his sister's happiness.

Super Rabbit Racers!
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Graphic Nov.
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Super Rabbit Racers!

Ages 5–7 · 2017

A group of racers compete in the Super Cup Grand Prix to win the Super Cup and the power of super speed.

Super Rabbit All-Stars!
#8 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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Super Rabbit All-Stars!

Ages 5–7 · 2019

A group of characters compete in a series of games to be crowned the Ultimate All-Star Champion.

Invent-a-Pet
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Invent-a-Pet

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A girl uses a mysterious machine to create her perfect pet.

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Electronics Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about electronics for developing and independent readers.

Into the Game!
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Into the Game!

Ages 6–9 · 2019

Four students are transported into their favorite video game, Minecraft, where they must work together to survive and thrive in a blocky 3D world filled with creatures and danger.

Guide to Exploration
Series
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Guide to Exploration

Ages 9–12

Tips for surviving a dangerous blocky world, from gathering resources to fending off mobs.

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