The Best Time Capsules Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

The Best Worst Summer

By Elizabeth Eulberg

A buried box links two summers, revealing secrets that change everything.

240 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 209 ratings

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Summary: Peyton's summer turns intriguing when she finds a mysterious box in her new backyard. Decades earlier, Melissa and Jessica's carefree summer hides a family secret. As past and present intertwine, will the truth bring closure or chaos? Discover the mystery connecting two generations in a tale of friendship and forgiveness.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The Probability of Everything

By Sarah Everett

An asteroid threatens Earth, forcing Kemi to confront loss and the fragility of life.

336 pages· 52,720 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,041 ratings

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Summary: Kemi Carter, an eleven-year-old who finds comfort in statistics, faces a life-altering challenge when an asteroid threatens Earth. As the world continues its routine, Kemi grapples with the impending collision and the unwelcoming new town. With only days left, she creates a time capsule to preserve her family's essence, capturing her mother's creativity, her sister's curiosity, and her father's central role in her life. Amidst the chaos, Kemi must confront the hardest truth of all: saying goodbye. Will she find solace in the face of inevitable change, or will the asteroid's shadow consume her?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

Time Thief

By Carolyn Keene, Macky Pamintuan (Illustrator) · Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series

A missing doll from a buried time capsule sparks a mystery.

96 pages· 10,100 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 217 ratings

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Summary: At River Heights Elementary, the long-awaited unearthing of a 30-year-old time capsule reveals a mystery: a vintage doll is missing. Nancy Drew and her friends, Bess and George, must unravel how the doll vanished from its buried resting place. Did someone steal it before the dig? As the Clue Crew investigates, secrets from the past and present collide. Can they solve the puzzle before the truth is lost forever?

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Breakout

By Kate Messner

A prison break shatters a town's peace, revealing hidden fears.

448 pages

4.1/5 Goodreads · 4,298 ratings

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Summary: Nora Tucker's summer in Wolf Creek turns chaotic when two inmates escape from the local prison. As fear grips the town, helicopters circle and police patrol, revealing unsettling truths about her community. Can Nora navigate the tension and uncover what truly makes a place feel like home? Discover the unexpected in this gripping tale of fear and belonging.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

The True Meaning of Smekday

By Adam Rex · Book #1 in the Smek series

A girl and an alien mechanic embark on a wild quest to save Earth from invasion.

423 pages· 86,086 words· Est. 12 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 10,122 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Gratuity Tucci faces an unexpected adventure when aliens invade Earth, abducting her mother and renaming the planet Smekland. Teaming up with a renegade alien named J.Lo, Gratuity embarks on a daring journey in a hovercar to rescue her mom and thwart another alien threat. Will their unlikely friendship and outrageous plan be enough to save the world?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2013

The Case of the Time-Capsule Bandit

By Octavia Spencer, Vivienne To (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Randi Rhodes, Ninja Detective series

A young girl solves mysteries in her small town.

224 pages· 40,802 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 895 ratings

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Summary: Randi Rhodes, a ninja detective, faces her biggest challenge yet in Deer Creek. The town's future hinges on the Founder’s Day Festival, but the main attraction—a time capsule rumored to hold treasure—has vanished. With her friend D.C., Randi must navigate haunted cabins and confront the grumpy Angus McCarthy, the prime suspect. They have just three days to solve the mystery and save their town. Will they uncover the truth in time?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002

The Case of the Buried Treasure

By James Preller · Jigsaw Jones Mysteries series

A cryptic note hints at treasure. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?

112 pages· 7,810 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 147 ratings

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Summary: Jigsaw Jones is on the case when Bigs Maloney discovers a mysterious note hinting at hidden treasure in room 201. With the whole class counting on him and Mila, Jigsaw must unravel a series of clues. But as they dig deeper, the treasure they find isn't what anyone expected. Can Jigsaw crack the riddle and uncover the true prize? Dive into a world of friendship, school adventures, and unexpected twists in this engaging mystery.

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–16 · 2014

The Bunker, Vol. 1

By Joshua Hale Fialkov · Book #1 in the The Bunker series

Five friends find letters from their future selves warning of an apocalypse they caused. Can they change fate?

128 pages

3.5/5 Goodreads · 753 ratings

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Summary: Five friends stumble upon a bunker containing letters from their future selves, warning of an impending apocalypse they are destined to cause. As tensions rise and friendships fray, they must decipher the cryptic messages to prevent disaster. But with each choice leading them further apart, can they alter their fate, or is a darker future inevitable? Dive into a gripping tale of time, destiny, and the power of choice.

Graphic Nov.

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Chapter Book · Ages 16–+ · 2017

The Bunker, Vol. 4

By Joshua Hale Fialkov, Joe Infurnari (Illustrator), Gonzalo Duarte (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the The Bunker series

A rising political star, a dangerous plan, and a world on the brink.

136 pages

3.4/5 Goodreads · 80 ratings

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Summary: As Grady Potts' political influence grows, Daniel faces a grim decision to prevent a global catastrophe. With two Natashas by his side, the stakes are high, and the future hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, imprisoned Heidi finds unexpected support, echoing Billy's fight from the outside. In this thrilling conclusion, the fate of humanity teeters on the edge. Will Daniel's actions save the world or doom it forever?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2014

The Case of the Buried Bones

By Lewis B. Montgomery, Amy Wummer (Illustrator) · The Milo & Jazz Mysteries series

Two young detectives must solve a 75-year-old mystery involving a missing time capsule and a skeleton.

112 pages· 7,403 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings

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Summary: Milo and Jazz, budding detectives, face their toughest challenge yet: a missing time capsule and a skeleton named Herman. As they dig into a 75-year-old mystery, they must use their STEM skills to uncover clues and solve the case. Will they find the capsule and unravel the secrets of the past? Join them on a thrilling adventure filled with puzzles and surprises, perfect for young sleuths transitioning to chapter books.

The Best Time Capsules Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Time Capsules

The Best Worst Summer

The Probability of Everything

Time Thief

Breakout

The True Meaning of Smekday

The Case of the Time-Capsule Bandit

The Case of the Buried Treasure

The Bunker, Vol. 1

The Bunker, Vol. 4

The Case of the Buried Bones

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