Discover exciting science books for kids! Explore space, magnets, oceans and more. Meet brave astronauts and learn how curiosity leads to amazing discoveries.
Science books can take kids on exciting adventures, from exploring planets to creating robots. With colorful pictures, relatable characters, and stories that make science exciting, the best ones can explain complex ideas in fun, simple ways.
We’ve compiled a list of science books that will ignite your child’s curiosity and leave them wanting more.
Dream Big, Little Scientists: A Bedtime Book
By: Michelle Schaub
Age range: 3-7
Twelve kids from diverse backgrounds share one thing in common: their love of science. Each page showcases a bedroom adorned with books, posters and objects tied to the kid’s scientific curiosity. This captivating bedtime story has a powerful message, showing young readers that science is for all. Perfect for a cozy wind-down read with your child.
You Are Stardust
By: Elin Kelsey
Age range: 3-7
This captivating book begins by introducing the idea that every tiny atom in our bodies came from a star. From its opening pages, it compares the way we learn to speak to the way baby birds learn to sing. Filled with an immersive storyline and beautiful illustrations, this book will make kids feel one with nature.
Out of School and Into Nature: The Anna Comstock Story
By: Suzanne Slade
Age range: 3-7
This biography tells the story of Anna Comstock, an illustrator, author and nature expert. It explores how she went against what society expected and chased her dreams. It’s an inspiring and positive book that encourages kids to pursue their own dreams, no matter the obstacles.
Magnets Push, Magnets Pull
By: David A. Adler
Age range: 3-7
Learn how magnets work with this illustrated picture book. It begins by explaining the distinction between simple magnets and electromagnets, as well as how to test to determine which type of magnet you might have in your hands. An interesting, fun and engaging book for children.
Pluto’s Secret
By: Margaret Weitekamp
Age range: 3-7
This book is an entertaining, informative introduction to Pluto, long believed to be the ninth planet in our solar system. Examine Pluto’s discovery and the events that led to its “demotion” to dwarf planet status. Learn about the Kuiper Belt and why the icy planet was reclassified. With whimsical artwork and entertaining dialog, this book is sure to get kids excited about astronomy!
Flying Deep
By: Michelle Cusolito
Age range: 5-9
In this picture book, kids get a chance to climb inside a deep sea submersible called Alvin. What follows is an exciting journey to the ocean floor to collect samples and research the colorful life under water. Kids will discover the dangers underwater, such as black smokers’ blasts of scalding water and poisonous particles from deep within the Earth. With beautifully detailed illustrations, this science book is both immersive and educational.
Gutsy Girls Go For Science: Astronauts
By: Alicia Klepeis
Age range: 8-10
This book explores the lives of five female astronauts who took risks and pushed the limits of what we know about life in space. Kids will discover fascinating lives of Bonnie Dunbar, Sunita Williams and others. Packed with interesting facts that will help kids’ understanding of space, biology and more.
Let these books be a guiding light, igniting a passion for learning and encouraging young kids to dream big! And if you’re looking for more educational science books, be sure to check out our Science Collection
