Books About Albert Einstein

The Best Albert Einstein Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Albert Einstein

On a Beam of Light
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

On a Beam of Light

By Jennifer Berne, Vladimir Radunsky (Illustrator)

A boy dreams of light-speed travel, destined to revolutionize our understanding of the universe.

56 pages· 1,161 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 5,975 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Young Albert rides his bike, dreaming of light-speed travel. His boundless curiosity and imagination lead him to become a world-renowned genius, reshaping our understanding of the universe. What wonders will his mind uncover?
Caught
Chapter Book · 2012

Caught

Book #5 in the The Missing series

Time travelers face a mother's fierce grip on her daughter's fate.

343 pages· 62,194 words
4.2 Goodreads · 7,314 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: Jonah and Katherine journey to early 1900s Europe, tasked with returning Albert Einstein's daughter, Lieserl, to her rightful place in history. But Lieserl's mother, Mileva, understands the secrets of time travel and refuses to let her daughter go. As the duo navigates the complexities of time and maternal love, they must decide how far they're willing to go to fulfill their mission. Will they succeed, or will Mileva's determination alter the course of history forever?
The Singer and the Scientist
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Picture Book · Ages 5–11 · 2021

The Singer and the Scientist

By Lisa Rose, Isabel Muñoz (Illustrator)

A singer and a scientist bond over shared struggles and music in 1937 America.

32 pages
4.4 Goodreads · 206 ratings
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Summary: In 1937, renowned singer Marian Anderson faces racial discrimination when denied a hotel stay after a performance. Unexpectedly, Albert Einstein offers her refuge, revealing his own experiences with prejudice. As they connect over music, their friendship blossoms, highlighting their mutual dreams for equality. Will their bond inspire change in a divided world?
Who Was Albert Einstein?
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

Who Was Albert Einstein?

By Jess Brallier, Who HQ, Robert Andrew Parker (Illustrator) · Who Was . . . ? series

The life of Albert Einstein, from his childhood to his death, is explored in this biography.

112 pages· 9,450 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 4,338 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Uncover the fascinating journey of Albert Einstein, from a school expulsion to reshaping the world with his groundbreaking ideas. What mysteries lie behind the iconic hair and genius reputation?
I Am Albert Einstein
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2012

I Am Albert Einstein

I Am series

Discover the genius who reshaped science after being expelled from school.

112 pages· 7,815 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 174 ratings
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Summary: Explore the life of a young boy expelled from school who became a Nobel Prize-winning physicist. Uncover the journey of Albert Einstein, a mind that transformed our understanding of the universe. What challenges did he face, and how did he overcome them to achieve greatness? This biography offers a vivid glimpse into his remarkable accomplishments and the legacy he left behind. Dive into a world of discovery and innovation, and see how one man's curiosity changed the course of history.
Odd Boy Out
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$1520
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2004

Odd Boy Out

By Don Brown

Discover how a curious child became a revolutionary thinker.

28 pages· 1,178 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 800 ratings
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Summary: Explore the peculiar childhood of Albert Einstein, a boy obsessed with puzzles and enchanted by Mozart. Journey through his early years as he unravels mysteries that will forever change the world of science. What sparked the mind of the man who would redefine our understanding of the universe?
I am Albert Einstein
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014

I am Albert Einstein

By Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos (Illustrator) · Ordinary People Change the World series

Curiosity transforms a young mind into a world-renowned scientist.

40 pages· 1,331 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.3/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,195 ratings
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Summary: Discover how Albert Einstein's insatiable curiosity shaped his journey from a curious child to a groundbreaking scientist. This engaging biography reveals the childhood moments that sparked his imagination and led to his revolutionary theory of relativity. With comic-book-style illustrations and a timeline of key events, young readers are invited to explore the life of a hero who dared to question the world. Will Einstein's story inspire the next generation of dreamers and thinkers? Dive into this playful yet informative tale and find out how curiosity can change the world.
Albert Einstein
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2016

Albert Einstein

By Libby Romero, National Geographic Kids · National Geographic Readers series

Discover the genius and struggles of a world-changing physicist.

48 pages· 3,176 words· Est. 36 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 68 ratings
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Summary: Dive into the life of Albert Einstein, a brilliant physicist who reshaped our understanding of the universe. Uncover his groundbreaking achievements and the personal challenges he overcame. What drove his relentless curiosity, and how did he navigate the obstacles in his path? This engaging biography offers young readers a glimpse into the mind of a scientific icon, revealing the human side of a genius whose ideas transformed the world.
Albert Einstein
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Albert Einstein

By Sarah Albee, Gustavo Mazali (Illustrator) · I Can Read History series

Discover how Einstein's questions changed the world.

32 pages· 537 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.9 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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Summary: Explore the life of Albert Einstein, the scientist who dared to question the very laws of physics. This engaging biography for young readers reveals how his groundbreaking ideas led to inventions that transformed our world. Follow his journey through a timeline and captivating photos, and see how his curious mind shaped history. Perfect for kids ready to read independently, this book invites them to uncover the milestones of an inspiring genius who never stopped asking 'why.'
Eclipse
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Eclipse

By Darcy Pattison, Peter Willis · Moments in Science series

Can a solar eclipse prove light bends under gravity?

34 pages
4.0 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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Summary: In 1915, Arthur Eddington embarks on a daring quest to test Einstein's radical theory: can the sun's gravity bend light? Journeying to the island of Principe, Eddington and his team aim to capture a solar eclipse, hoping to witness stars shift in the sky. This pivotal moment could confirm Einstein's groundbreaking idea, altering our understanding of the universe. Will Eddington's expedition succeed against the odds, or will the theory remain unproven? Discover the thrilling pursuit of scientific truth in this illustrated exploration of space and light.
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