Books About Space Battles

The Best Space Battles Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about space battles? 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.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Space Battles

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2010

I Am Number Four

By Pittacus Lore · Book #1 in the Lorien Legacies series

Aliens hide on Earth, hunted one by one. Number Four is next.

440 pages· 102,062 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 355,300 ratings

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Summary: Nine alien teens live secretly on Earth, each with extraordinary powers. Three have been hunted down and killed. Number Four must evade capture or face the same fate. As danger closes in, will he find a way to fight back, or will he be the next to fall? The clock is ticking, and survival means staying one step ahead of a relentless enemy. Dive into a world where the hunted must become the hunter to survive.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1991

The Super Saiyan

By Akira Toriyama · Book #11 in the Dragon Ball Z series

Earth's fate hangs as Goku faces a foe far stronger than imagined.

192 pages· 3,982 words· Est. 30 min read

4.5 Goodreads · 3,256 ratings

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Summary: Goku, Earth's mightiest warrior, faces his greatest challenge yet as the formidable Freeza reveals only half his power. With the planet at stake, Goku must harness the ultimate energy sphere, the genki-dama, while his allies Gohan, Piccolo, and Kuririn buy precious time. As the battle rages, hope dwindles, and the heroes must rely on a miracle to survive. Can Goku overcome this seemingly insurmountable foe, or will Freeza's true strength spell doom for all? The universe's fate teeters on the edge in this epic sci-fi martial arts saga.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2019

Starsight

By Brandon Sanderson · Book #2 in the Skyward series

A pilot uncovers terrifying truths about her world and her father's past.

461 pages· 123,167 words· Est. 13.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 114,040 ratings

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Summary: Spensa dreams of heroism in a war-torn galaxy, but her father's betrayal haunts her. As she ventures beyond her planet, she discovers unsettling truths about humanity's role in the cosmos. Are they the villains in this interstellar conflict? With each revelation, Spensa faces new questions about her identity and the nature of heroism. Determined to uncover the truth, she must navigate a web of lies and secrets that could redefine her world and her place in it. Will she find the answers she seeks, or will the stars reveal a darker destiny?

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2016

Warriors from Universe 6!

By Akira Toriyama, Toyotarou (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Dragon Ball Super series

A bored hero faces a cosmic threat as a god seeks a legendary warrior on Earth.

192 pages· 7,360 words· Est. 55 min read

4.2 Goodreads · 4,466 ratings

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Summary: Goku, Earth's greatest hero, finds life mundane after defeating Boo. His wife, Chi-chi, urges him to settle down, but Goku craves new challenges. Meanwhile, the God of Destruction, Beerus, dreams of a 'Super Saiyan God' and sets his sights on Earth. As Beerus approaches, Goku may finally find the excitement he longs for. Can Goku rise to the occasion and protect his planet from this formidable cosmic force? Discover the thrilling continuation of Goku's saga as he confronts a divine adversary and uncovers the mystery of the Super Saiyan God.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Queen of the Nile

By Mike Maihack · Book #6 in the Cleopatra in Space series

A young queen must embrace her destiny to save the galaxy from a formidable foe.

240 pages· 8,320 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 895 ratings

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Summary: In the thrilling finale of her space adventures, young Cleopatra faces the daunting prophecy that names her a savior. With the galaxy at stake, Cleo and her allies confront the sinister Xaius Octavian. As the Queen of the Nile, she must find the courage to protect her friends and herself in a battle that will determine the fate of her new home. Can Cleo accept her destiny and emerge victorious against overwhelming odds?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

The Bad Guys in the Big Bad Wolf

By Aaron Blabey · Book #9 in the The Bad Guys series

A group of heroes must stop an unstoppable monster and an alien invasion

144 pages· 2,114 words· Est. 24 min read

4.3 Goodreads · 4,228 ratings

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Summary: Mr. Wolf has turned into a giant menace, and the Bad Guys are in over their heads. With an alien invasion looming, they must restore Wolfie to his normal self before chaos reigns. Armed with newfound superpowers and the help of the International League of Heroes, these unlikely saviors face their biggest challenge yet. Will they manage to save the world and their friend, or will their efforts lead to disaster? Dive into this thrilling adventure where the line between hero and villain blurs, and nothing is as it seems.

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Chapter Book · 2005

Dark Warning

By Jude Watson

A Jedi and his allies flee bounty hunters while uncovering hidden survivors and confronting the growing threat of the Empire.

139 pages· 27,246 words

4.0 Goodreads · 1,536 ratings

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Darth Maul's Mission (Graphic Novel)

By Scholastic, Ace Landers · Lego Star Wars series

A Sith's mission spirals into chaos with unexpected Jedi resistance.

24 pages· 564 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.0 Goodreads · 178 ratings

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Summary: In a galaxy of brick-by-brick battles, Darth Maul's mission to capture Padme Amidala turns chaotic. Facing two determined Jedi and a force-sensitive orphan, Maul's simple plan unravels. Can he outmaneuver the Queen's entourage and fulfill his dark purpose, or will the unexpected resistance thwart his sinister goals? Discover the twists in this epic clash of Sith and Jedi.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

By Lou Anders, Tom Angleberger, Preeti Chhibber, E. Anne Convery, Zoraida Córdova

Galactic battles unfold through the eyes of iconic heroes and villains.

368 pages· 56,727 words· Est. 8 hour read

3.7 Goodreads · 1,876 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the galaxy's epic struggle as Anakin, Yoda, and others face pivotal moments in The Clone Wars. Experience daring missions, unexpected alliances, and the relentless clash between light and dark. Will the Republic withstand the Separatists' onslaught? Discover the untold stories of your favorite characters, each penned by a different author, revealing new perspectives on the legendary conflict.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Robot Zot!

By Jon Scieszka, David Shannon (Illustrator)

A tiny robot's conquest turns heroic in a suburban kitchen.

40 pages· 484 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

3.5 Goodreads · 849 ratings

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Summary: Robot Zot, a three-inch warrior, lands in a suburban kitchen, ready to conquer Earth. Facing off against household appliances, his mission shifts when he meets a 'princess'—a pink cell phone. Can Zot become a hero for love?

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