Families who loved Intruder Alert: The Book on How to Protect Your Stuff by Paul Beck 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 expressing a need for privacy or when sibling squabbles over 'borrowed' toys begin to escalate. It provides a constructive, hands-on outlet for a child's desire to establish personal boundaries and protect their belongings. By framing the concept of a 'keep out' zone through the lens of engineering and history, it turns a potential household conflict into a high-interest STEM project. This guide explores the fascinating science of security, from ancient mechanical locks to modern motion sensors. As children learn to build their own functional alarms, they develop a sense of pride and technical accomplishment. It is perfectly suited for elementary and early middle schoolers who are transitioning into a stage of greater independence and want to master their physical environment through DIY tinkering and experimentation.
