The Best Children’s Books About Video Games

Video game books are a great way to build upon children’s passions and interests to foster a lifelong love of reading. While video games allow kids to observe characters navigate new adventures, reading the books gives them the opportunity to see the plot lines develop further in a different format. 

Books about video games like Press Start! #1: Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy!  for grades K to 2 or Diary of a Roblox Pro #1: Monster Escape for grades 2 to 5 sharpen your child’s problem-solving skills and reading comprehension. 

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Inspire your reader to dive deeper into their favorite video game stories with this ultimate gamer book report (it’s free!).

Your child will be eager to dive into these stories — from beginner chapter books to game manuals and award-winning series — that will be sure to captivate both gamers and non-gamers alike.

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Stories and Series Based on Popular Video Games

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