Superhero Books for 9–12 Year Olds

20 superhero books for 9–12 year olds, picked from the 97 superhero books in our review library. Capes are optional; the appeal is universal — power, responsibility, and saving the day by lunch. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.

Cover of Dabung Girl and Children’s Revolution Superhero Comic Book for Kids / Children

Dabung Girl and Children’s Revolution Superhero Comic Book for Kids / Children

Saurabh Agarwal

This comic book is a must-read for every child. A new Indian superhero is here, and this time, it is a female superhero, Dabung Girl. She is a fearless hero, who has an elastic body as her superpower. However, unlike some other superheroes, who come and save the day, she helps children find solution

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The Top Secret List to Becoming a Superhero

Adisan Books

EVERYONE CAN BE A SUPERHERO. You don't need to be bitten by a radioactive bug or come from another planet to be a superhero. All you need to do is follow the simple steps off the top secret list... and the cape is optional.If you're looking to teach kids about being respectful to elders, being a goo

Cover of Marvel Super Hero Adventures Mighty Marvels! An Early Chapter Book

Marvel Super Hero Adventures Mighty Marvels! An Early Chapter Book

Mackenzie Cadenhead

In this fourth installment of the Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series, Spider-Man is joined by none other than Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel! Girl power comes to town to help Spider-Man defeat a new villain in the super cute, super accessible, Super Hero Adventures art style!

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Seventh Grade Superhero The Adventure Begins by Clint Orr

Clint Orr

Let the adventures begin! We've heard about superhero kids, but we have yet to experience the superheroes at Lincoln Middle School! Book One of Autumn Lee's Adventure Academy: Superheroes -The Beginning lets us in on the secret these boys and girls have been hiding! Autumn Lee, the little girl with

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The Super Twins A middle grade superhero fiction story

Andy Slinger

Why have one Super Twin book when you can have two? Since the infamous Battle of Wheatsheaf Hill, Ryan and Jake have become local celebrities. The people of Trincaster are to honour the Super Twins' bravery by erecting a statue of them at their annual Fast Food Festival. But not everyone wants to jo

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The (Not So) Superheroes The Terrible Trio, Book 1

Swapna Haddow

The Terrible Trio is a fun illustrated series, best described as The Bad Guys meets Madagascar! In a world where all animals have superpowers, Zeb the zebra, Margarine the penguin, and Barry the lemur have the WORST powers of all. Zeb, Margarine, and Barry end up at the back of the line to have the

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What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series)

Adir Levy

Danny is a Superhero-in-Training learning about his most important superpower of all, "The Power to Choose." Written in a "Choose Your Own Story" style, your child will have a blast trying to reach all nine endings. And in the process, they will learn some of life's most important lessons.

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What Should Danny Do? School Day (The Power to Choose Series)

Adir Levy

Danny is a real-life superhero-in-training learning about his most important superpower of all, the Power to Choose. In this book, YOU decide how Danny's School Day will end by making choices that change the story.

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Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook (Pokémon) (Pokémon)

Scholastic

The latest edition of the bestselling Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook is here -- and it includes all-new Pokémon! With 624 color pages and info on 1,000 Pokémon, this is a must-have for Pokémon fans of all ages. Gotta catch 'em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Esse

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National Geographic Kids Funny Fill-In My Far-Out Adventures Outer

National Geographic Kids

Which adventure will you choose first? Hop aboard your own space ship and explore strange new worlds full of incredible alien beings! Trek the wild plains of Africa and mingle with meerkats, cuddle with lions, and party with hippos! Travel and save the world from a master criminal as a Super Secret

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The Complete Girls Guide to Confidence How to Feel Empowered, Build

Abby Swift

This essential guide for tween girls tackles the complex emotional landscape of growing up with practical wisdom and genuine understanding, offering concrete strategies for building self-esteem durin...

Cover of The Super Cute Drawing Book Step-by-step kawaii creatures! by William Potter

The Super Cute Drawing Book Step-by-step kawaii creatures! by William Potter

William Potter

Create adorable kawaii characters with this easy-to-follow drawing book! Originating in Japan, the kawaii art style literally translates as 'cute' and turns people, animals and even food into lovable characters. Hello Kitty, Pikachu and Pusheen are all kawaii characters, and the style is as popular

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Middle School Super Spy 6 Daylight Robbery!

Peter Patrick

My name is Charlie Chucky and I am the son of an international super spy. Monday started out like any other day - until all the banks in town were robbed! I tried to talk with my super spy Dad, but he wouldn't listen. So my town is about to be taken over by crazy thieves - but not if I can help it!

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Super Simple Cooking for Kids Learn to Cook with 50 Fun and Easy

Jodi Danen

50 Simple recipes to build kids' confidence in the kitchen--for ages 8-12 Learning to cook should be as easy and fun as enjoying the final product. Super Simple Cooking for Kids gives kids a taste for kitchen independence (and their own delicious food!). With 50 simple recipes designed specifically

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Super Simple Cartooning for Kids Do you ever scribble pictures

Rosa M

Explains how to expand the techniques involved in doodling to draw cartoon people, imaginary beings, animals, and objects, add movement and character, and put them into scenes.

Cover of Super Box of Snoopy A PEANUTS Collection (Peanuts Kids) by Charles M. Schulz

Super Box of Snoopy A PEANUTS Collection (Peanuts Kids) by Charles M. Schulz

Charles M. Schulz

Five great Snoopy books in one box! "Snoopy is the most popular character in the strip. In fact, I think you could make a good case that he's the most popular cartoon character in the world. I suppose that's because what I've done with him is very original. I don't think there has been an animal cha

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The Hero Two Doors Down Based on the True Story of Friendship Between

Sharon Robinson

Eight-year-old Steve Satlow is thrilled when Jackie Robinson moves into his Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn in 1948, although many of his neighbors are not, and when Steve actually meets his hero he is even more excited--and worried that a misunderstanding over a Christmas tree could damage his new

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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

Cover of What Should Darla Do? Featuring the Power to Choose (The Power to Choose Series)

What Should Darla Do? Featuring the Power to Choose (The Power to Choose Series)

Adir Levy

8 Stories in 1. Darla is a young and spunky astronaut-in-training. She wants to go to Mars one day, just like her favorite doll, Astronautica. But, to do so, she ll need to practice using her Power to Choose wisely. You can help Darla through her day by making choices for her There are eight stories

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Game on Boys Super Legends of Minecraft Middle grade EPIC Quest.

Kate Cullen

GENRE: Children's Adventure (An Unofficial Minecraft Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen) From being an ordinary player, Steve has embarked on a journey of self-discovery and formed an unlikely friendship with Herobrine.His complete story all in one book collection. Book 1: Tale of a Hero Steve Book