Books About Futuristic Technology

The Best Futuristic Technology Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about futuristic technology? 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 Doomsday Vault
Graphic Nov.
Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Face Off
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Futuristic Technology

Chapter Book · 2010

Time Runners

By Roderick Hunt, David Hunt, Alex Brychta (Illustrator) · TreeTops Time Chronicles series

Can they stop the Virans from rewriting history?

40 pages· 1,992 words
3.5/5 Goodreads · 11 ratings
Summary: Biff, Chip, Kipper, and friends embark on thrilling time-travel adventures to thwart the sinister Virans. From Ancient Rome to Bletchley Park, they must protect history's integrity. Will they succeed in preserving the past, or will the Virans alter the course of time forever? Each journey reveals new challenges and secrets, testing their courage and ingenuity. As they uncover their true destinies, the stakes have never been higher. Can they prevent the unraveling of history, or will the Virans' plots succeed?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

The Doomsday Vault

A black hole leads to a school for time travelers. Can they solve its mysteries?

304 pages· 60,516 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 29 ratings
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Summary: Bertie Wells, after creating a black hole in 1878, finds himself at the EverWhen School of Time Travel. Joined by math genius Zoe Fuentes from the future and Amelia da Vinci from the past, they face a year of time paradoxes, a vanishing dean, and a shadowy intergalactic society. Can they unravel the mysteries and survive the semester?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

Infinity's Secret

A summer camp for dragon riders faces a mysterious threat. Can Lance rise to the challenge?

336 pages· 51,797 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 199 ratings
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Summary: At Camp Claw, twelve-year-old Lance Lo dreams of joining the Dragon Force, a team of bonded humans and dragons. But as his sister Zoe excels, Lance struggles to connect with a dragon. When a mysterious attack threatens the camp, Lance must overcome his jealousy and self-doubt. Can he and the new recruits uncover the danger and prove their worth? Adventure, magic, and sibling rivalry collide in this thrilling quest to protect their world.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Bright Family Vacation

By Gabe Soria, Ribs Rafa (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The Bright Family series

A family vacation goes awry when a portal lands them on a mysterious jungle planet.

160 pages· 6,075 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 53 ratings
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Summary: The Bright family, fresh from multiverse adventures, seeks a relaxing vacation. But their plans derail when a portal misfires, stranding them in a jungle on an unknown planet. Can they navigate this new world and find their way back? With unexpected challenges and a bonus tale, 'One Birthday in Time,' this adventure promises more than just space ramen and water slides. Will the Brights' unity and problem-solving skills be enough to overcome the unknown?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare (Graphic Novel)

Suburbia faces a zombie invasion. Can plants save the day?

80 pages· 3,886 words· Est. 44 min read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 381 ratings
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Summary: In a world where suburbia is overrun by zombies, discover the origins of the powerful plants and their undead foes. As chaos unfolds, the battle for survival begins. Will the plants' new abilities be enough to stop the sinister "Zombossification"? Dive into this action-packed adventure and find out if your brain is ready for the ultimate showdown.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Face Off

Discover the secrets of epic battles between heroes and villains in the LEGO Hero Factory universe.

112 pages· 10,261 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 15 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: Dive into the LEGO Hero Factory Guide, where Mr. Makuro's creations come alive. Explore detailed bios, thrilling backstories, and secret missions. Uncover the hidden stats that could change the outcome of epic hero-villain face-offs. Will peace and justice prevail in the galaxy, or will chaos reign? This guide is your key to unlocking the mysteries and adventures of the Hero Factory world.
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