Books About Spy School

The Best Spy School Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about spy school? 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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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Evil Spy School

By Stuart Gibbs · Book #3 in the Spy School series

Expelled from spy school, Ben infiltrates a criminal organization to uncover their sinister plot.

352 pages· 67,776 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 14,493 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Ben Ripley, expelled from the CIA's spy school, joins the notorious SPYDER. As an undercover agent, he must navigate the treacherous world of espionage, mastering villainous skills while piecing together a dangerous plot. Can Ben outsmart SPYDER and alert the good guys before it's too late? The stakes are high, and one wrong move could spell disaster. Will Ben's courage and wit be enough to save the day?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Spy Ski School

By Stuart Gibbs · Book #4 in the Spy School series

Young spy Ben must befriend a crime boss's daughter, but his best friend risks the mission.

384 pages· 73,270 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 12,805 ratings
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Summary: Thirteen-year-old Ben Ripley, a not-so-great spy school student, excels at surviving danger. Now, the CIA tasks him with befriending Jessica Shang, daughter of a suspected Chinese crime boss, to uncover secrets. Ben's mission takes him to a ski school in the Rocky Mountains, where his social skills are his best weapon. But when his best friend unexpectedly arrives, the mission's success hangs in the balance. Can Ben navigate the slippery slopes of friendship and espionage without crashing? Discover the twists and turns in this thrilling adventure where the stakes are as high as the mountains.
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
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Summary: Abby Hunter and her friends face their first official mission at Mrs. Smith’s Spy School for Girls. When the creator of a popular video game is kidnapped, Abby uncovers a plot that threatens The Center. With her frenemy Veronica Brooks, Abby must outsmart a notorious hacker, avoid being framed for art theft, and prepare for a showdown in London. As they navigate these challenges, including the dreaded school formal, Abby learns the power of teamwork. Can they unravel the mystery and save the world before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2022

Spy School the Graphic Novel

By Stuart Gibbs, Anjan Sarkar (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Spy School Graphic Novels series

A nerdy middle schooler stumbles into a junior CIA academy. Can he survive the chaos?

296 pages· 7,431 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,849 ratings
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Summary: Ben Ripley, a clumsy middle schooler with dreams of joining the CIA, finds himself mistakenly recruited into a secret junior spy academy. Despite his awkwardness, Ben is determined to prove he can be a top-notch agent. As he navigates a world of espionage, he faces unexpected dangers and hilarious mishaps. Will Ben's nerdy instincts help him survive the Academy of Espionage, or will his dream job remain out of reach? Dive into Ben's action-packed journey as he discovers if he has what it takes to be a real spy.
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