Families who loved Hello from 2030 by Jan Paul Schutten often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts asking big questions about what their life will look like as an adult or expresses anxiety about the changing world. This guide acts as a grounded yet optimistic bridge between current science and future possibilities, covering everything from smart homes and lab-grown meat to futuristic transport. It is perfect for children aged 9 to 13 who are transitioning into more complex abstract thinking. By focusing on existing technology that is currently in development, it replaces sci-fi fear with genuine curiosity and a sense of agency. Parents will appreciate how it encourages critical thinking about sustainability and ethics without feeling clinical or overwhelming.