Books About Ufos

The Best Ufos Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about ufos? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Ufos

We Are Not Alone
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

We Are Not Alone

By Katryn Bury

A boy who survived cancer hunts for proof of alien life to honor his late friend.

320 pages
4.2 Goodreads · 109 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Sam Kepler Greyson doesn't want to be the "cancer kid." After losing his best friend Oscar, a fellow UFO enthusiast, to brain cancer, Sam just wants a normal year of middle school. Instead he forms an unlikely friendship with a popular girl, and together they set out to uncover the truth about alien life, as Oscar wished. A story of grief, friendship and hope.
Where Is Area 51?
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Where Is Area 51?

By Paula K. Manzanero, Who HQ, Tim Foley (Illustrator) · Where Is . . . ? series

What secrets lie within the mysterious Area 51? Discover the truth behind the conspiracy theories.

112 pages· 6,993 words· Est. 59 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 741 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Explore the enigma of Area 51, a secretive military base shrouded in mystery and conspiracy. Since 1947, when strange objects appeared in Roswell, New Mexico, questions have swirled about alien encounters and hidden technologies. This book delves into the origins and purpose of Area 51, challenging you to uncover the truth behind the government's silence and restricted airspace. Are extraterrestrial secrets being kept from the world? Dive into the mystery and decide for yourself what to believe.
The Mystery of the U.F.O.
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1980

The Mystery of the U.F.O.

By David A. Adler, Susanna Natti (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Cam Jansen series

Two friends investigate mysterious lights in the sky that may be a UFO

58 pages· 4,920 words· Est. 55 min read
3.9 Goodreads · 2,003 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cam Jansen, a young detective with a photographic memory, faces a puzzling mystery when UFOs appear in the park. With her friend Eric, she must unravel the truth behind the flashing lights. Are aliens really visiting, or is there a more earthly explanation? As Cam digs deeper, she discovers that not everything is as it seems. Can she solve the mystery before it's too late? Join Cam on this thrilling adventure and see if you can piece together the clues alongside her.
Dog Man: Big Jim Begins
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$2469
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2024

Dog Man: Big Jim Begins

By Dav Pilkey · Book #13 in the Dog Man series

Can Dog Man and friends stop the Space Cuties from destroying the city?

224 pages· 3,601 words· Est. 54 min read
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Hardcover
Summary: Dog Man and his friends face a cosmic threat as the Space Cuties plan to destroy the city. As they uncover their origins, they must rely on courage and belief to save the day. Will their past guide them to victory, or will the city fall? Join this thrilling adventure where bravery and friendship are the keys to overcoming intergalactic chaos. Dive into the action and discover if Dog Man can lead his team to triumph against the odds. The fate of the city hangs in the balance—can they prevail?
Area 51 Alien and UFO Mysteries
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$2975
Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2022

Area 51 Alien and UFO Mysteries

By Carol Kim

What really happens behind the guarded fences of a secret desert base?

32 pages· 2,183 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
3.5 Goodreads · 10 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: A top-secret military base sits in the Nevada desert, and what happens inside is kept hidden. Nearby residents have reported UFO sightings, and some people claim alien bodies are stored there. This book explores the history of Area 51, the theories about it and the evidence for and against them, and asks why it has become one of history's greatest mysteries.
Unidentified
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2027

Unidentified

By Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Hunting spies for a reward to save his family's business, a boy finds clues pointing at his parents.

320 pages
4.4 Goodreads · 5 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Eleven-year-old Alex Zarrutia's family may have to sell their struggling UFO-themed mini-golf park and move away. When Alex and his best friend Nora hear there's a cash reward for finding spies in town, they start hunting. But every clue seems to lead back to Alex's own parents, and their secrets go deeper than he could imagine.
Aliens
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$3386
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

Aliens

By Sarah Tieck · Creepy Creatures series

Explore alien myths and their impact on society.

32 pages
4.3 Goodreads · 9 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Dive into a world where history meets myth, challenging young minds to question alien legends and their societal influence. Discover alien traits, global historical accounts, and media portrayals. Are these myths or reality?
Alien Stories
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2026

Alien Stories

Alien encounters turn ordinary life into a chilling nightmare.

72 pages· 6,819 words· Est. 57 min read
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Paperback
Summary: When a meteor crashes near your tent, or your puppy blinks like a lizard, reality twists into terror. Can you escape classmates infected by something otherworldly? These eerie tales of alien encounters will keep you on edge, questioning every shadow and sound. Brace yourself for a journey into the unknown, where the familiar becomes frightening and survival is uncertain.
What Do We Know About Alien Abduction?
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

What Do We Know About Alien Abduction?

By Kirsten Mayer, Who HQ, Tim Foley (Illustrator) · What Do We Know About . . . ? series

Are alien abductions real or imagined? Discover the truth.

112 pages· 7,930 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 159 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1961, Betty and Barney Hill's eerie encounter with extraterrestrials sparked a wave of similar claims. Thousands report alien abductions, yet skepticism prevails. Is it a global phenomenon or a shared illusion? Uncover the facts and explore if the US government is hiding the truth about alien interactions.
What Do We Know About Crop Circles?
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

What Do We Know About Crop Circles?

By Ben Hubbard, Who HQ, Andrew Thomson (Illustrator) · What Do We Know About . . . ? series

Are crop circles elaborate pranks or something more mysterious?

112 pages· 8,300 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 148 ratings
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Summary: Dive into the enigma of crop circles, where geometric patterns spark debate. Are they the work of artists, hoaxers, or something paranormal? Explore theories from the UK to Australia and decide if these formations are mere myths or hold deeper secrets.
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