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Aliens & Extraterrestrials

317 books about aliens & extraterrestrials

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Best Frints in the Whole Universe

Antoinette Portis

For the child who needs a playful way to navigate the 'big feelings' of friendship, from sharing toys to making up after

Cover of Best Frints at Skrool

Best Frints at Skrool

Antoinette Portis

For the child feeling left out when their best friend finds someone new. This silly alien story helps kids navigate the

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Animorphs #49

The Diversion

K. A. Applegate

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

Ages 9–12

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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 Alien

K. A. Applegate

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 The Arrival

K. A. Applegate

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

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 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

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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 Earth and Sky

Earth and Sky #1

For the teen who feels like their world is spinning out of control or who struggles with unexplained anxiety and a sense

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Invasion of the Pugs

For the child who loves a funny hero with a big ego, this high-energy adventure turns a trip to the dog park into a miss

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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

Cover of Pet Boy

For the child who needs a gentle nudge about taking care of their goldfish or hamster. This zany role-reversal story bui

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Miles from Tomorrowland

Lisa Stock, Lauren Nesworthy

For the space-obsessed preschooler who loves the Callisto family, this guide helps young explorers build vocabulary whil

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Chaos Walking #3

Monsters of Men

For the teen grappling with the complexity of war, moral gray areas, and the heavy burden of leadership when every choic

Cover of The Empire Strikes Back

Star Wars: Mighty Chronicles #5

The Empire Strikes Back

For the young Star Wars fan ready to dive into a galaxy of adventure through a collectible, chunky pocket book that make

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Wiley & Grampa's Creature Features #6

Hair Ball from Outer Space

For the child who loves wacky adventures and silly humor, this fast-paced tale turns a scary alien invasion into a laugh

Cover of Super Rabbit Boy Blasts Off!

Press Start! #5

Super Rabbit Boy Blasts Off!

Thomas Flintham

For the child who loves gaming but needs to build reading stamina. This high-energy mission helps new readers gain confi

Cover of The King of Space

The King of Space

For the child with a big imagination and an even bigger ego, this space adventure gently shows that even world-conqueror

Cover of Maze of Deception

Star Wars: Boba Fett

Maze of Deception

For the child learning to navigate tricky relationships where people might not be who they seem, this space adventure ex

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Hot Dog and Bob #5

Hot Dog and Bob and the Surprisingly Slobbery Attack of the Dog-Wash Doggies

For the child who loves zany adventures and silliness, this fast-paced story about a hot dog superhero and alien pups is

Cover of Leave Me Alone!

Leave Me Alone!

For the caregiver or child who feels overwhelmed by a crowded home and just needs a moment of peace to focus on their ow

Cover of The Illusion

K. A. Applegate

For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with their own identity, this high-stakes adventure explores findi

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