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 · 355,072 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 · 3,245 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 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 · 4,453 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 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 · 4,219 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 · 1,533 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. 5 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 · 1,871 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 · 850 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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Chapter Book · Ages 11–17 · 2010

In Service of the Republic, Volume 3: Blood and Snow

By Henry Gilroy

Jedi battle a deadly assassin to free an enslaved planet.

23 pages· 1,037 words· Est. 8 min read

4.0 Goodreads · 25 ratings

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Summary: Jedi Knights Plo Koon and Kit Fisto face a daunting mission on the icy planet Khorm. As they strive to liberate its people, they must outwit the relentless assassin Asajj Ventress and her droid army. With the planet's valuable agrocite at stake, can they overcome treachery and danger to achieve their goal?

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–17 · 2009

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

By Miles Lane, Douglas Wheatley (Illustrator)

In the final Clone Wars battle, alliances shatter and destinies shift forever.

22 pages· 6,354 words· Est. 48 min read

3.8 Goodreads · 25 ratings

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Summary: As the Clone Wars reach their climax, young Anakin Skywalker faces a pivotal choice. Seduced by the dark side's allure, his decision will alter the fate of the galaxy. Battles rage across alien worlds, friendships fracture, and heroes fall, setting the stage for a new era. Will Anakin succumb to darkness, or can he resist its pull? The galaxy's future hangs in the balance as the saga unfolds.

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