Science Fiction Books for 5th Graders
13 books in the science fiction genre commonly assigned to 5th grade students — every title’s grade range covers 5th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
Most assigned 5th grade science fiction book
Among the Hidden
Margaret Peterson Haddix · on 9 reading lists
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13 5th grade science fiction books
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Among the HiddenMargaret Peterson Haddix
My Teacher Is an AlienBruce Coville
Sal and Gabi Break the UniverseCarlos Hernandez
Aliens Ate My HomeworkBruce Coville
Aliens for BreakfastJonathan Etra
Charlie and the Great Glass ElevatorRoald Dahl
My Robot BuddyAlfred Slote
Nova's ArkKirk, David
Shape-ChangerBill Brittain
The Girl with the Ghost MachineLauren DeStefano
Virtually PerfectDan Gutman
ZorgamazooRobert Paul Weston
The Wild Robot EscapesPeter Brown
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Frequently asked questions
What science fiction books are good for 5th grade students?
13 science fiction books have a grade range that covers 5th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these science fiction books grade-appropriate for 5th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 5th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many science fiction books are on the 5th grade list?
This page lists 13 5th grade science fiction titles, most-assigned first (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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