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I've heard a lot about this book. And buzz can either be accurate or not. I'm thankful to report in this case, The Wild Robot was worth the read. This was such a cute little read, and now I'd like to see the movie to see if it's as good as they say!
I picked this one up as part of my middle grade market research. Several booksellers said kids were eating this one up and they were flying off the shelves. After pulling it out and setting it on my nightstand, I figured I'd just see how many pages and chapters there were - give the book my standard once-over before I dive into it the next day. Lo and behold, I read the first chapter and then looked up and realized I was 50 pages in.
Not only is the story engaging and the setting a fun mismash of nature and technology, but the short, focused chapters kept me turning pages. I think I read the book in three sittings - and honestly may have read it in one if I didn't really need to go to bed like an adult.
This would be good for reluctant readers or bedtime stories for your kids. Each chapter is bite-sized and leaves you wanting more. There's a great sense of momentum as you read. And the illustrations are just as quaint as the story itself.
I found myself incredibly invested in this little island of animals and delighted by a few twists and turns in the story, too. I am definitely really glad I read this one and now very curious about the second one. I would certainly recommend this one. It's a heartfelt, adventurous, quick and quirky little read. And its themes of understanding, compassion, survival, persistence, forgiveness, the cycle of nature, and service to others could foster some cool conversations with kiddos. This one's done right.
Middle grade, so no swearing, no romance, a little bit of nature violence and a little bit of robot violence. I'd feel comfortable giving this to most kids. There are a few deaths as a natural part of the cycle of life, so if you have a kid very sensitive to that, it may be worth reading first to judge for yourself if your kid is ready for this (which should always be the default case anyway). But nothing here was near as traumatic as Charlotte's Web or Old Yellar, so I would consider it pretty mild personally.
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Customers love this book as a fantastic first chapter book, with one noting it's better than the movie adaptation. The story is full of life and encourages empathy, helping children talk about big emotions. Moreover, the book is easy to read aloud, with short chapters and beautiful illustrations, and one customer mentions it's written with hesitant boy-readers in mind. Additionally, customers appreciate the main character, who is a robot with human qualities.
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564 customers mention content, 539 positive, 25 negative
this is a great book and has a good story to it the robot is a lovable character but i didn't give it five stars because the story doesn't have a...Read more
Great read! Touching story that makes you think about tech and nature and the balance we need with it. think everyone should read thisRead more
...So, I did. He was right. This was a good book with an original idea and plot line. It really made me think....Read more
Amazing book! My son who is 11 loved the book and now is reading the sequel....Read more
222 customers mention story, 206 positive, 16 negative
Great story, lots of vocab and a little bit slow to start but my 9yo absolutely loved it and wants to read the next one!Read more
this is a great book and has a good story to it the robot is a lovable character but i didn't give it five stars because the story doesn't have a...Read more
...We loved how wild end free the book felt. It is a wonderful story that will warm your heart.Read more
This book was very interesting and very fun to read it also had an amazing story that I personally loved overall it is a very good bookRead more
82 customers mention emotional, 73 positive, 9 negative
...book provides much thought provoking discussions about friendship, kindness, the environment, animals, technology, and more. I highly recommend it.Read more
...No sex, very little violence, no swearing, heartwarming, not too silly or cartoonish. An honest, kind, thoughtful book that will hold up over time....Read more
This book was clever, fun, touching, and thought provoking with many elements wrapped up in one story....Read more
...The story is both thrilling and emotional, with stunning illustrations. A must-read for fans of sci-fi and adventure. Highly recommend!Read more
77 customers mention readability, 76 positive, 1 negative
...She observes and learns. Great read aloud with many very short chapters. Perfect for my dyslexia therapy read aloud with a 3rd grader....Read more
...It’s an easy read but with some good vocabulary (again, for my 5yr old). We are midway through our second reading of it now!Read more
This book is a great and easy to read book. I do not read books very and I am a typical reader, but I liked this book....Read more
...The chapters are short, so it’s easy to read, and leave off where you need. Sometimes a chapter is only a page long....Read more
59 customers mention writing style, 53 positive, 6 negative
This book is beautifully written. It captivated my children (even the three year old ferrel child.) We will be purchasing the second very soon.Read more
This was well written. The story line was really good and I could picture it in my head. I have dyslexia and this was a very good level for me....Read more
My Ten year old and I read this together, the writing is beautiful, the story has sad places but so does life… this is going on our favorite book...Read more
A sweet and well written story. A very enjoyable read.Read more
51 customers mention short chapters, 45 positive, 6 negative
...The chapters are short, so they’re perfect for bedtime. While some of the story is sad, it’s not something to avoid, but to talk through.Read more
...Super cute and with many serious themes handled very well. Short chapters and illustrations made it feel like a fast read.Read more
...The chapters are VERY short, which allowed my emerging reader to read a chapter by himself and feel accomplished for doing it without help!...Read more
...Great as a first bedtime chapter book for my 5 yr old son. Each chapter is short and there are many pictures throughout....Read more
43 customers mention illustrations, 40 positive, 3 negative
...(prepping kids for James Patterson I suppose, LOL) and the illustrations are great making it a great book for reading aloud to smaller kids....Read more
great book and illustrations too!Read more
...They LOVED it. Beautifully written and illustrated....Read more
...The hardcover book is nicely illustrated.Read more
42 customers mention character, 40 positive, 2 negative
Great characters. Really interesting plot that explored concepts interesting to both children and the adults who are reading to the children....Read more
...I liked the characters and the situations that Roz found herself in. I liked her found family. That ending though.Read more
...Loved the character development and lessons behind it! Can’t wait to read the next one!Read more
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The Wild Robot series by Peter Brown is absolutely amazing! It’s such an engaging and heartwarming story that my seven-year-old absolutely loves. The series is packed with adventure, emotion, and valuable lessons, making it a perfect choice for young readers. Since it’s a chapter book, it might be a little challenging for second graders to read on their own, but reading it together as a parent-child activity is wonderful. After we finished the series, we watched the movie, and it was just as amazing! I highly recommend this series—it’s a great way to bond with your kids while enjoying a fantastic story.
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- Azra parveenReviewed in India on December 23, 2025
Friendship, nature and challenges
Best Sci-fi book for kids of growing ageAzra parveenFriendship, nature and challenges
Reviewed in India on December 23, 2025
She likes it and illustration is so much heart warming
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- Andrei FailogaReviewed in Canada on March 5, 2026
My kid loved the book (story, characters, illustrations)
This is a great read for younger kids as introduction to long-form/novel book. My 7-year-old son enjoyed the story of a robot thrived and survived in a remote island. The use of animals as characters and illustrations added his engagement into the story. Although the book is lengthy - 80 short chapters - it is highly recommended for exploring.Andrei FailogaMy kid loved the book (story, characters, illustrations)
Reviewed in Canada on March 5, 2026
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