Minecraft Books for Kids
We’re passionate about ensuring literacy is accessible to every child, as it is essential for a happy, successful life. This collection brings blocky adventures to readers ages 5 to 9. Each book features familiar gaming elements that Minecraft fans love, using the game’s appeal to motivate reading.
Achoo!
Nitwit’s nose is twitchy, his eyes are watery, and his throat feels like he swallowed a cactus - but is he going to rest? No way! Not when he’s tough as an elephant and one hundred percent fine. Can Nitwit march past his friends, dodge a sneezy dog, and outsmart his own cozy bed? Or will one mighty ACHOO change everything? This decodable reader practices the ‘ph’ sound in words such as ’elephant,’ ‘phone,’ ‘phony,’ and ’triumphant.’
Dolphin Dilemma
Zom has told Jack and Skel about the dolphin city for weeks - towers of coral, streets of shells, and dolphins that flip through seaweed hoops. But when the three friends finally dive beneath the waves, something is terribly wrong. Why are the dolphins so exhausted? What are those spiny green creatures smashing the reef to pieces? And can three small heroes really stand up to monsters twice their size? This decodable reader practices the ough phonogram in words like ’thought,’ ’tough,’ ‘rough,’ and ’thoroughly.’
Don't Touch My Cows!
Ned is DONE with fighting monsters - from now on, he’s a man of peace who bakes magnificent cakes! But cakes need milk, and milk needs cows, and cows need a pen… so what happens when darkness falls before the fence is finished? Can Ned bravely protect his new herd through a long, sleepless night? This decodable reader practises words with suffixes such as ‘bravely,’ ’tightly,’ ‘hopeful,’ ‘golden,’ and ’thankful.’
Down on the Farm
What happens when villagers who have never touched a chicken sign up for a farm stay with Zom the zombie farmer? Could mucking out pig sties, milking bleating sheep, and scooping horse droppings really be worth it for a big country breakfast? And when a phenomenal spread finally appears on the table the next morning, why is every single dish a strange shade of green? This decodable reader practises the ‘ph’ sound in words like ‘pamphlet,’ ‘phantoms,’ ‘phosphate,’ and ‘phrase.’
Dragon!
What happens when a gentle evening walk turns into something far scarier? Tip the Dog and Fig Pig are heading home from a hunting trip when a huge shadow blocks the sun - and a giant beast appears above them that should never leave The End. Can three small friends stand their ground against a dragon in a rage? This decodable reader practises soft g words such as ‘gentle,’ ‘giant,’ ‘gigantic,’ ‘ridge,’ and ‘village.’
Fig Pig's Big Boast!
Fig Pig puffs out his chest and promises Brat Cat the most AMAZING thing in the whole wide world! But what could possibly be amazing enough? Will he find it among the spotty mushroom cows, the shivery polar bears, or the sizzling desert sand? Join Fig Pig as he sails the seas, laughs at the wind, and hunts high and low for the perfect surprise. This decodable reader practises the augh phonogram in words like ‘caught,’ ’laugh,’ ‘haughty,’ and ’naughty.’
Get Me Out of Here!
The town is hot, the crowds are loud, and gnats are buzzing right in Brat Cat’s ears - can she find a quiet place before her whiskers snap? Deep in a peaceful wood, she spots the perfect clearing and dreams up a cosy little hut. But will Fig Pig and Tip help her build it just right? This decodable reader practises the ‘gn’ sound in words like ‘gnats,’ ‘gnash,’ ‘sign,’ ‘design,’ and ‘aligned.’
Get Off My Back!
Deep in a dark cave, Ned’s metal armour sparkles as he swings his pickaxe, dreaming of treasure. But what happens when a little chest holds something stranger than gold - a floppy leather lump? And when Ned spots a beautiful white horse in a nearby stable, can he learn to be gentle enough to ride it, or will he tumble right off? This decodable reader practises the le/al/el/il phonogram in words like ‘apple,’ ‘saddle,’ ‘gentle,’ ‘metal,’ and ‘signal.’
Get Off My Machine!
Dr Can Do’s furnace is always hungry, and the coal is nearly gone! Luckily, Jill has a bright idea - why not build a machine that grows and cuts bamboo all by itself? But just as the clever contraption is ready, a cheeky chicken hops right on top and starts pecking at the red stone. Can anything keep this feathery escape artist away? This decodable reader practises the soft c sound in words such as ‘face,’ ‘fence,’ ‘piece,’ and ’nice.’
Get Out of My Ceiling!
BANG! Jill wakes up covered in dust - again. Dr. Can Do has blown another hole in the ceiling, and Jill has finally had enough. She’s going to build her own house, with her own roof, and sleep in perfect quiet for once. But what’s that awful groaning sound coming from above her bed? And how on earth did something get stuck up there? This decodable reader practises the ’ei’ sound in words like ‘ceiling,’ ‘weird,’ ‘seized,’ ‘height,’ and ’eiderdown.’
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Minecraft books get children to read?
Minecraft books turn a child’s existing passion into reading motivation. Stanovich (1986) found that children who read more — for any reason — develop stronger vocabularies and fluency, creating a positive cycle he called the Matthew Effect. When a child who loves Minecraft discovers books about the game, they read willingly rather than reluctantly.
Are these Minecraft books appropriate for 5-year-olds?
Yes. The Minecraft-themed stories are written for children ages 5 to 9 and focus on adventure, creativity, and problem-solving — not mature content. Each book uses decodable text matched to specific phonics levels, so even the earliest readers can enjoy Minecraft-themed stories with words they can genuinely sound out.
Can Minecraft story books be used for reluctant readers?
Minecraft books are one of the most effective tools for reluctant readers, especially children who prefer screens to print. Research in Frontiers in Psychology (2022) found that children become genuinely absorbed in fiction when the content connects to their interests — and for many children, nothing connects quite like Minecraft.
What formats are these Minecraft books available in?
Minecraft books are available to read on the Bookbot website, with many titles free to access. Depending on the title, children may also find options such as PDF downloads, printable versions, audiobooks, or read-aloud mode with word-by-word highlighting that follows along with the text.
What reading levels are the Minecraft books written at?
The collection covers levels from basic CVC words for beginning readers through consonant blends, digraphs, and multi-syllable patterns. You can filter by grade level or check the scope and sequence to find Minecraft stories at your child’s current reading level.