Space Books for 9–12 Year Olds
20 space books for 9–12 year olds, picked from the 60 space books in our review library. Rockets, planets, and astronauts have a way of turning bedtime readers into budding astronomers. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.
Space Adventure Books Sampler Blast off with excerpts from new books
Stuart Gibbs
Calling all future astronauts: get ready for your next space adventure with this free downloadable sampler of great books! Download this FREE sampler for excerpts from William Alexander, Stuart Gibbs, Ken Jennings, and Wesley King. Learn more about the books at SpaceAdventureBooks.com!
Book About Space & Planets for Kids Solar System, Stars
Alex James
Have you ever wondered how huge our universe is? How many planets are in our solar system? What are the hottest stars? In this astronomy book, you will find answers to these and some other questions. This book will be useful not only for children but also for adults who have decided to plunge into t
Giant Gas Planets (Inside Outer Space) by Kyla Steinkraus
Kyla Steinkraus
In Giant Gas Planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, students will learn about the four planets farthest from the sun and make observations about patterns and phenomena in the universe. Filled with fun facts, young learners will love exploring the scientific information and drawing conclusion
The Outer Planets (Space Detectives) by Craig Boutland
Craig Boutland
Up-close, exciting photos and illustrations illuminate our solar system's outer planets for young readers. Pair that with fun facts, short sentences, and labeled images, and any student will love exploring what's beyond our planet. These nonfiction early chapter books are essential reading for any y
Rocky Planets (Inside Outer Space) by Kyla Steinkraus
Kyla Steinkraus
In Rocky Planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, students will examine the four planets closest to the Sun and make observations about the solar system. Filled with fun facts, young learners will love exploring the scientific information and drawing conclusions about life now and in the future. Th
Rocket and Groot Stranded on Planet Strip Mall! (Marvel Middle Grade Novel)
Tom Angleberger
Stranded on a planet filled with dry cleaners, nail salons, and chain restaurants, Rocket and Groot face killer robots bent on customer service and raccoon-eating toilets.
Facts About the Solar System
Dennis Poole
Space is limitless -- just like your imagination! Get ready to take an amazing journey to the stars. Solar System for Kids is filled with fascinating facts, photographs, and illustrations that'll excite your mind and charge your curiosity. Of all the solar system books for kids 6-8, this one teaches
Katt Scallion and the Planet of the Sharks Katts Second Adventure
A feline space pirate returns for another interstellar escapade in this thrilling adventure that plunges readers into a universe teeming with aquatic predators and cosmic dangers. Katt Scallion navig...
Astrochimp A funny comic book space adventure for children from
David Walliams
From million-copy bestselling author David Walliams comes a laugh-out-loud animal space adventure. Chump the chimpanzee was always being silly. He would: - make rude noises from BOTH ENDS... - pick his nose with his little toe... - eat the skins of bananas, hurling out the tasty part inside. NASA's
Campus Light Science Fiction Space Guerilla (Chinese Edition)
Marissa Meyer
This Chinese-language science fiction adventure offers young readers an exciting gateway into intergalactic storytelling through the lens of campus life, blending familiar school settings with thrill...
The First Man Conquering The Space -Childrens Hundred Percent Science
xu fen
This engaging space exploration book takes young readers on a journey through humanity's first steps beyond Earth's atmosphere, blending factual content about space travel with accessible storytellin...
Stephen McCranies Space Boy Volume 23 by Stephen McCranie
Brian K
“There comes a time when you must close your petals, lock the door, and hide yourself away from the world.” Overwhelmed with emotions after hearing Dr. Kim’s tragic story, Amy desperately seeks solitude. When an unexpected source lends Amy a hand, she discovers another member of the FCP who may be m
The Space Science Handbook 32 Celestial Science Projects for Kids
Cara Florance
This hands-on guide to astronomy and space exploration offers 32 engaging experiments that transform complex celestial concepts into tangible learning experiences for young scientists. Children will ...
The Slime Party (The Space Spy Chronicles Book 1)
Barna Takats
The Slime Party is the thrilling first installment in the Space Spy Chronicles. This adventurous tale follows Barna, a seasoned space spy, and his young protégés, Sofi and Benji, as they navigate an unexpected mission that tests their wits and teamwork. When an alien named BubulubuBaba crashes on Ea
Super Science Comics Explore Stem, Nature, and Space! (Set)
Various
Comics are an excellent way to get young people interested in reading. With the help of this innovative series, comics can also be an excellent way to get young people interested in STEM, nature, and space. In each book, readers will meet and follow along with some friendly characters, and learn all
The Gas Giant (Space Scout) by H. Badger
H. Badger
Space Scout is another fantastic series from the creators of Zac Power! Kip can’t wait to explore Vapod, a giant gas planet with cool flying aliens. But as soon as he arrives, the planet comes under attack! Can Kip save the day before it’s too late?
The Iron Man (Galaxy Childrens Large Print Books) by Ted Hughes
Ted Hughes
A clanking iron giant topples from a cliff and lies smashed on the rocks below. Then his various parts begin to stir and reach out for one another. The Iron Man is ready to walk again, and he is very hungry.
The Great Engine Room Takeover (Eudora Space Kid)
David Horn
The first in a new series of hilariously funny, early reader sci-fi chapter books perfect for elementary-aged kids. Meet Eudora Jenkins, the math and science whiz who lives in SPACE! Eudora is a normal 3rd grader. A normal 3rd grader who lives on a 36 deck AstroLiner. In space. A normal girl adopted
The Kid Kingdom (Space Scout) by H. Badger
H. Badger
This action-packed space adventure follows a young space scout who discovers a distant planet entirely governed by children, where young explorers must use their wits and teamwork to navigate alien l...
Niko & Arkies Space Adventure by Lorraine Sharon Roth
Lorraine Sharon Roth
Niko and Arkie are two brothers, 5- and 3-years old. Their parents took them to the Mauna Kea observatory to see the stars and planets. When their parents left the car to see what was causing a rumbling, a strange-looking alien came to the car. He asked Niko and Arkie to come with him to his planet