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Aliens & Extraterrestrials

411 books about aliens & extraterrestrials

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Chapter Books Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Cover of Zita the Spacegirl

Zita the Spacegirl #1

Zita the Spacegirl

For the child who feels small in a big world and needs to see that bravery is about showing up for others, even when you

Cover of The Experiment

For the child who feels like an outsider in their own world. This sci-fi mystery explores the deep emotional need to bel

Ages 8–12

Cover of Legends of Zita the Spacegirl

Zita the Spacegirl #2

Legends of Zita the Spacegirl

For the child navigating the pressure of being who others expect them to be while trying to stay true to themselves.

Cover of Hot Dog and Bob and the Exceptionally Eggy Attack of the Game Gators

Hot Dog and Bob #4

Hot Dog and Bob and the Exceptionally Eggy Attack of the Game Gators

For the child who loves zany adventures and needs a high-energy story to keep them turning pages. This silly space-theme

Cover of The Diversion

For the child grappling with the realization that secrets can't be kept forever and that growing up often means making h

Cover of Hilo: The Great Space Iguana

Hilo: The Great Space Iguana

For the child who thrives on high stakes and humor, this intergalactic quest emphasizes that even the most 'ordinary' fr

Cover of The Alien

For the child who feels like an outsider, this story explores the challenges of blending in and the deep ache of being f

Cover of Jordan Kingston and the Unknown

Jordan Kingston #1

Jordan Kingston and the Unknown

For the child who constantly asks 'what if' about the stars and craves a deep dive into the mysteries of the universe an

Cover of Body Switchers from Outer Space

Ghosts of Fear Street #11

Body Switchers from Outer Space

For the child who compares themselves to the 'cool kids' at school. This spooky tale explores the danger of wishing to b

Cover of Earthling!

For the child who feels like an outsider or is starting a new school where they don't know the rules. This funny adventu

Cover of Hilo: Then Everything Went Wrong

Hilo: Then Everything Went Wrong

For the child who feels like a bit of a mystery to themselves, this high-energy space quest explores finding out who you

Cover of One Trick Pony

For the child who loves tech but wonders what life would be like without it. This high-stakes adventure explores the val

Cover of Invasion of the Nose Pickers

Nosepickers from Outer Space #4

Invasion of the Nose Pickers

For the child who loves silly jokes and gross humor, this wacky adventure makes reading feel like play while celebrating

Cover of Hilo: Gina and the Big Secret

Hilo: Gina and the Big Secret

For the child who thrives on solving big problems and stepping into leadership when things get chaotic. This adventure c

Cover of Prime Baby

For the child struggling with a new baby at home, this quirky graphic novel turns sibling resentment into a hilarious sc

Cover of The Arrival

For the child who loves high-stakes action and explores what happens when long-awaited help arrives with its own set of

Cover of Target Practice

Cleopatra in Space #1

Target Practice

For the child who feels the weight of big expectations or is navigating the chaos of a new school, this galactic adventu

Cover of Hilo: The Great Big Boom

Hilo: The Great Big Boom

For the child who thrives on high stakes and humor, this adventure reinforces that no distance or dimension is too great

Cover of Multiple Mayhem

Gabby Duran & the Unsittables #3

Multiple Mayhem

Elise Allen, Daryle Conners

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a growing to-do list, this sci-fi comedy explores the chaos of juggling big respo

Cover of The Familiar

For the child grappling with the weight of leadership and the fear of failure. Jake must navigate a dark future to find

Cover of The Face of Fear

Project X Alien Adventures #18

The Face of Fear

For the young explorer who is ready to tackle longer stories, this sci-fi mission builds reading confidence through a hi

Cover of Hot Dog and Bob and the Dangerously Dizzy Attack of the Hypno Hamsters

Hot Dog and Bob #3

Hot Dog and Bob and the Dangerously Dizzy Attack of the Hypno Hamsters

For the child who loves silly jokes and fast-paced adventures, this goofy story follows a brave boy and his tiny alien f

Cover of Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Naughty Night-Crawlers from Neptune

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #8

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Naughty Night-Crawlers from Neptune

For the early reader who loves big action and high-stakes heroism. This story celebrates the bond between friends and th

Cover of Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #2

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury

For the child who loves high-stakes action but sometimes feels small in a big world. Ricky and his massive mechanical fr

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