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The Best Games Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about games? 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 Games

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

By Chris Grabenstein · Book #1 in the Mr. Lemoncello's Library series

Trapped in a library, Kyle must solve puzzles to escape.

Agatha Award (2013)

336 pages· 47,521 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 63,451 ratings

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Summary: Kyle Keeley, a gamer enthusiast, is thrilled to attend an exclusive lock-in at a new library designed by his idol, Luigi Lemoncello. But when the doors remain locked come morning, Kyle and his friends must unravel a series of intricate puzzles to find their way out. With time ticking and challenges mounting, can they crack the codes and escape the world's coolest library? Discover the twists and turns in this thrilling adventure filled with mystery and excitement.

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$1899

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

4.2/5 Goodreads · 16,042 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.

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$2850

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

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,334,633 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?

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Trouble at the Arcade

By Franklin W. Dixon, Scott Burroughs (Illustrator) · The Hardy Boys: Secret Files series

Young detectives uncover a mystery at the arcade.

96 pages· 9,515 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 711 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?

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$958

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2010

Have You Seen My Dinosaur?

By Jon Surgal, Joe Mathieu (Illustrator)

A young boy searches for his missing dinosaur.

48 pages· 681 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 509 ratings

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Summary: A little boy's dinosaur vanishes during a game of hide-and-seek, leaving him on a whimsical quest to find his roaring, green friend. As he searches high and low, the challenge grows: how do you find something so big yet so elusive? With playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this delightful tale invites young readers to join the adventure, sparking laughter and curiosity. Will the boy uncover his dinosaur's clever hiding spot, or will the game continue? Dive into this enchanting story and discover the joy of reading and the thrill of the hunt.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1967

The Egypt Game

By Zilpha Keatley Snyder, Alton Raible (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Game series

A game inspired by ancient Egypt turns mysterious when strange events unfold.

240 pages· 42,223 words· Est. 6 hour read

5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 36,909 ratings

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Summary: Melanie and April bond over their love for ancient Egypt, creating an imaginative game in a deserted storage yard. As their group of six 'Egyptians' grows, they immerse themselves in costumes and ceremonies. But when eerie occurrences disrupt their play, they must confront whether their game has awakened something real. What secrets lie within their Egypt Game?

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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1996

Young Cam Jansen and the Dinosaur Game

By David A. Adler · Book #1 in the Young Cam Jansen series

Can a photographic memory solve a birthday party mystery?

1,233 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 396 ratings

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Summary: At a lively birthday party, a jar of toy dinosaurs, a game of musical chairs, and a chocolate cake smudge lead to a puzzling mystery. Cam Jansen, the young detective with a photographic memory, must piece together these curious clues. Can she crack the case before the party ends? Dive into the fun and see if Cam can unravel the mystery in time.

King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1953

King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

By Roger Lancelyn Green · Puffin Classics series

Uncover the legend of King Arthur, from sword in the stone to the Last Battle.

416 pages· 86,981 words· Est. 8 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 7,186 ratings

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Summary: Join King Arthur as he pulls the sword from the stone, embarks on the quest for the Holy Grail, and faces the Last Battle. Experience the magic and tragedy of Camelot's legendary tales, where knights, quests, and destiny intertwine. Will Arthur's legacy endure?

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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 experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 76 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.

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$1049

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 experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 113 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.

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Games Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

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Hide and Seek

Ages 0–3 · 1977

Discover hidden surprises where nothing is as it seems.

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$1899

The World-Famous Book of Counting

Ages 1–7 · 2018

Discover numbers through magical illusions and surprises.

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$699

Wiggle!

Ages 0–4 · 1998

Complete animals with your fingers in this interactive adventure.

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$999

Cat Nap

Ages 1–4 · 2016

Kitten resists naptime, exploring a world of opposites.

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$599

My Pet Giraffe

Ages 1–3 · 2013

A pet giraffe leads to unexpected adventures.

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$999

Let's Find Momo Outdoors!

Ages 2–5 · 2021

Join a playful adventure to find hidden surprises in nature with a curious dog and his puppy friend.

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$999

Let's Find Momo!

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Can you spot the elusive dog hiding in unexpected places?

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$899

Where Is Bear?

Ages 0–3 · 2004

Forest friends search for their missing bear in a game of hide-and-seek.

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$799

Where Is Baby's Mommy?

Ages 1–4 · 2001

Where is Mommy hiding? Join the playful search.

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$799

If You're Happy and You Know It

Ages 0–2 · 2006

Join jungle animals in a lively dance party with a twist on a classic song.

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$899

A B See

Ages 2–5 · 2015

Discover hidden treasures in each letter of the alphabet.

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Peek-A-Bruce

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Goslings search for their elusive bear friend. Can they find him?

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Games Picture Books

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

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Bear & Hare -- Where's Bear?

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Can Bear find Hare in their playful hide and seek game?

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$1599

Evermore Dragon

Ages 3–7 · 2015

A lost girl and a devoted dragon reunite under the night sky.

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$1699

The Fox Wish

Ages 2–5 · 2003

Two kids find their jump rope in a magical fox world.

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$1899

Jumanji

Ages 6–9 · 1981

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

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$2260

Goodnight Football

Ages 5–8 · 2014

A child bids goodnight to the thrilling world of football.

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$1599

Who Was That?

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Test your memory with clever puzzles and engaging illustrations.

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$1699

Hiding Heidi

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A girl learns that sharing the spotlight can lead to more fun with friends.

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Piece Out

Ages 4–8 · 2025

A toy game piece embarks on a perilous journey home, facing unexpected dangers.

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$1499

I Spy Fun House

Ages 4–8 · 1993

Solve riddles and uncover hidden objects in a thrilling search-and-find adventure.

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$1499

I Spy Mystery

Ages 4–8 · 1993

Solve riddles and uncover hidden objects in captivating photos.

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$1499

I Spy: A Book of Picture Riddles

Ages 6–9 · 1992

Solve riddles and uncover hidden objects in captivating photos.

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$1899

Find Fergus

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A bear's hide-and-seek skills lead to hilarious misadventures.

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Games Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about games for developing and independent readers.

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The End of the Overworld!

Ages 6–9 · 2024

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

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$999

The Golem's Game!

Ages 7–9 · 2023

A perilous obstacle course in the Nether tests a team's unity and survival skills.

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$999

To Bee, Or Not to Bee!

Ages 6–9 · 2023

Bees vanish, a hive mind emerges, and a dark sky rip threatens. Can they save their world?

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$999

New Pets on the Block

Ages 6–9 · 2022

A witch's quest challenges players to protect a rare creature in a chaotic Minecraft world.

Graphic Nov.

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Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A team faces their toughest challenge in the Nether without their expert guide.

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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.