List of Batman children's books facts for kids

This is a list of fun Batman books for kids, published in the United States since 2008. These books are mostly picture books, perfect for young readers who love superheroes and exciting adventures!

Batman's Early Adventures (2008)

In 2008, several books came out based on The Dark Knight movie. These stories show Batman facing off against his biggest enemy, the Joker.

The Dark Knight: I Am Batman

• Author: Catherine Hapka
• Summary: This book, based on the movie, shows Batman answering the Bat-Signal and going after the Joker. It's a quick read at 32 pages.

The Dark Knight: Batman's Friends and Foes

• Author: Catherine Hapka
• Summary: Learn about how Batman keeps Gotham City safe. This book introduces you to his helpers and the villains he fights. It's 29 pages long.

The Dark Knight: Batman versus the Joker

• Author: N.T. Raymond
• Summary: Batman tries his best to stop the Joker's crazy crime spree in this 24-page adventure.

The Dark Knight: Batman Saves the Day

• Author: Jennifer Frantz
• Summary: Bruce Wayne (who is Batman!) has a birthday party, but the Joker tries to ruin it! Can Batman save the day and the party?

New Villains and Team-Ups (2009)

The year 2009 brought more exciting stories, introducing new villains and showing Batman teaming up with other heroes.

Catwoman's Classroom of Claws

• Author: Scott Sonneborn
• Summary: Robin discovers that Catwoman is secretly teaching super villains! This book is 56 pages long.

Arctic Attack

• Author: Robert Greenberger
• Summary: Batman and Robin chase after Ra's al Ghul, who is causing environmental disasters. It's an action-packed 56-page story.

Batman: Meet the Super Heroes

• Author: Michael Teitelbaum
• Summary: In this 32-page book, Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman work together to fight a scary dragon!

Batman Classic: Gotham's Villains Unleashed!

• Author: John Sazaklis
• Summary: Batman and Robin must stop the Joker and other villains who have escaped from Arkham Asylum. This book is 24 pages.

Brave and the Bold Adventures (2010)

Some books in 2010 were based on the animated TV show Batman: The Brave and the Bold, featuring Batman with different heroes.

Terror on Dinosaur Island!

• Author: Jake Black
• Summary: Based on Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Batman and Plastic Man try to stop Gorilla Grodd's plan to turn humans into earlier forms of life. This book is 48 pages.

The Eyes of Despero!

• Author: Jake Black
• Summary: Another Brave and the Bold adventure! Batman and the Green Lanterns join forces to battle the powerful villain Despero. It's 48 pages long.

Batman Classic: Feline Felonies

• Author: John Sazaklis
• Summary: Batman and Wonder Woman team up to stop two cat-themed villains: Catwoman and Cheetah. This book is 24 pages.

Trapped in Time

• Author: Tracey West
• Summary: This 80-page book is a "choose your own path" adventure based on Batman: The Brave and the Bold. You get to decide what happens next!

More Classic Batman Tales (2011-2012)

These years brought more classic Batman stories, with him facing off against some of his most famous villains.

Batman Classic: Batman and the Toxic Terror

• Author: Jodi Huelin
• Summary: Gotham City is turning green as people become trees, thanks to Poison Ivy! Can Batman stop her plant-based plan? This book is 24 pages.

Batman Classic: Dawn of the Dynamic Duo

• Author: John Sazaklis
• Summary: Batman and Robin, the Dynamic Duo, go up against the villain Two-Face in this 32-page story.

Batman Classic: Reptile Rampage

• Author: Katharine Turner
• Summary: A hospital in Gotham City is being attacked by Killer Croc. It's up to Batman to stop this giant reptile! This book is 32 pages.

Batman Classic: Fright Club

• Authors: John Sazaklis, Jeremy Roberts
• Summary: The Joker, Harley Quinn, the Scarecrow, and the Mad Hatter team up to scare Gotham City. Can Batman and Robin stop their "Fright Club"? This book is 24 pages.

Batman Classic: Batman versus Man-Bat

• Author: J.E. Bright
• Summary: A creature that is half-man, half-bat attacks Gotham. The police think it's Batman, so he has to defeat the real villain to clear his name. This book is 32 pages.

Recent Adventures (2014-2015)

Even more recent books continue to show Batman's never-ending fight against crime in Gotham.

Batman Classic: The Penguin's Arctic Adventure

• Author: Donald Lemke
• Summary: When the Penguin opens an exotic animal garden, Batman investigates. He finds out it's connected to missing businessmen! Batman and Robin must stop the Penguin and the sorceress Circe. This book is 24 pages.

Batman Classic: Nightmare in Gotham City

• Author: Donald Lemke
• Summary: During a special Halloween haunted house event, the Scarecrow turns the spooky night into a real terror. Batman must stop him and end the nightmare! This book is 24 pages.