Books About Power Outages

The Best Power Outages Books for Kids

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

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The Shortlist

Our 5 Favorite Books About Power Outages

Gone Dark
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2022

Gone Dark

A teen leads friends to safety after a nationwide power failure plunges the country into chaos.

448 pages· 109,523 words· Est. 12 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 760 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Zara, a seventeen-year-old who fled her father's survivalist compound, must now return to it after a malware attack cripples the nation's power. Leading her friends across a chaotic landscape, Zara confronts her past and the father she left behind. As they journey through a crumbling world, Zara's survival skills are tested, and she must decide if facing her past is worth the risk. Will she find salvation at the compound, or is she better off in the shadows of a powerless world?
Blackout
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2011

Blackout

A summer blackout reveals unexpected family fun and connection.

40 pages· 162 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.6/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,183 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: When a city blackout halts a family's routine, a young boy discovers the magic of togetherness. As stars illuminate the night, neighbors gather for an impromptu rooftop party. With power restored, will the allure of simple joys linger? Dive into a tale where darkness brings light to what truly matters.
Trapped
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2011

Trapped

Trapped by a relentless blizzard, survival becomes a desperate game for seven stranded students.

240 pages· 57,129 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
3.3 Goodreads · 9,797 ratings
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Summary: Scotty and his friends are trapped in their high school as a relentless blizzard rages on. With no rescue in sight, the power fails, the heat vanishes, and the building becomes a frozen prison. As the snow piles up and the days stretch on, the group faces chilling decisions that could mean life or death. Can they find a way out before it's too late, or will the storm claim them all? Tensions rise, alliances form, and survival instincts kick in as they confront the ultimate test of endurance.
Henry Heckelbeck and the Not-So-Dark Day
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

Henry Heckelbeck and the Not-So-Dark Day

By Wanda Coven, Priscilla Burris (Illustrator) · Book #18 in the Henry Heckelbeck series

A blackout turns into an unexpected adventure for Henry. Will he want the lights back on?

128 pages· 2,877 words· Est. 32 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 19 ratings
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Summary: When a blackout hits Brewster, Henry Heckelbeck's school day is canceled, leading to unexpected fun. As he plays flashlight limbo and devours melting ice cream, Henry wonders if life is better without electricity. But what happens when the lights stay off too long? Dive into Henry's adventure and discover if he truly wants the darkness to last forever.
Lights Out
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$2025
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

Lights Out

By Jacqueline Jules, Kim Smith (Illustrator) · Book #11 in the Sofia Martinez series

A storm leaves Sofia's family powerless. Can they find fun in the dark?

32 pages· 760 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 58 ratings
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Summary: Sofia faces a power outage after a storm hits her town. With her dad, she ventures to the store for supplies, but returns with more than just essentials. Can they turn a powerless night into an adventure? Discover how Sofia's creativity shines in the dark, blending family fun with unexpected surprises. This charming tale, sprinkled with Spanish, invites readers to explore the magic of making the best out of challenging situations.