Books About Gaming · 43 titles considered

The Best Gaming Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about gaming? 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.

Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Gaming

Sale price
$858
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
$8.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

The End of the Overworld!

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 experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 120 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)

By Sfe R. Monster, Sarah Graley (Illustrator), Stef Purenins (Illustrator), John J. Hill (Illustrator)

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

88 pages· 748 words· Est. 9 min read
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 395 ratings
$10.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

Into the Game!

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.

144 pages· 13,807 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 931 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2018

Power Play

A kidnapped game creator, a cryptic message, and a global conspiracy. Can Abby and her friends save the day?

288 pages· 52,925 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,026 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Swap'd

A school app game spirals into chaos. Can Allie fix it before it's too late?

336 pages· 53,680 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 411 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Minecraft: Combat Handbook

Survive constant threats in Minecraft with expert combat strategies.

80 pages· 7,738 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 4,974 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2017

Warcross

By Marie Lu · Book #1 in the Warcross series

A hacker enters a virtual game, uncovering a dangerous conspiracy.

353 pages· 99,029 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 124,229 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Last Gamer Standing

A young gamer faces blackmail and a toxic community in a high-stakes tournament.

288 pages· 49,767 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 751 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Slacker

By Gordon Korman · Book #1 in the Slacker series

A slacker's fake club spirals into a real mission, testing his skills and friendships.

240 pages· 46,711 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 6,541 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
The Bookroo Book Club

Great books, picked for their age.

Books worth reading again and again, delivered to your door.

Find their book club
Bookroo book club box
Browse by age

Gaming Picture Books

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

Dino Trouble

Ages 5–9 · 2022

Two friends navigate a mysterious video game that has come to life in their town, threatening their reality and forcing them to work together to survive

Beware the Creeper!

Ages 3–7 · 2022

Uncover Creeper secrets and survive their explosive attacks in this Minecraft adventure.

Survival Mode!
Sale price
$599

Survival Mode!

Ages 5–8 · 2021

Two friends embark on a journey to climb the tallest mountain in the Minecraft Overworld.

Minecraft: Guide to Animals

Ages 9–13 · 2017

Master taming and resource gathering with Minecraft's animals.

View all gaming picture books
Browse by age

Gaming Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about gaming for developing and independent readers.

Glitch
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1499

Glitch

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A girl must save a virtual world and her real-life friendships.

Minecraft #4

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A quest's end hinges on defeating a dragon and endermen.

The Worst Sleepover

Ages 6–8 · 2012

A sleepover turns unexpectedly adventurous. What could go wrong?

Video Game Victors

Ages 8–13 · 2022

Can Valentina master teamwork to win the esports tournament?

Roblox Top Role-Playing Games

Ages 8–+ · 2019

Unlock secrets of top Roblox role-playing games.

Gnat vs. Spyder
Sale price
$1999

Gnat vs. Spyder

Ages 8–12 · 2023

A gamer girl's secret life risks exposure when a new neighbor arrives.

Monster Village
Sale price
$1999

Monster Village

Ages 8–12 · 2023

Can four friends balance gaming and friendship when a new game divides them?

Out of Control

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A cousin's visit throws Lucy's gaming world into chaos.

Virtual Reality

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Explore the transformative power of virtual reality beyond gaming.

Retro Rhythms
Sale price
$2199

Retro Rhythms

Ages 8–12 · 2024

Jess must fix a gaming mistake or risk her mom's dreams being crushed.

Minecraft

2023

Two young adventurers embark on a quest to fly in the Minecraft world.

Pro Gaming

Ages 8–11 · 2020

Discover the secrets to conquering the professional gaming world.

Keep exploring
Books about books and readingBooks about gamesBooks about problem solvingBooks about the library

Bookroo

  • About Us
  • Blog
  • FAQs
  • Help Center
  • Contact Us
  • Affiliates

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo