Books About Earth Science · 165 titles considered

The Best Earth Science Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about earth science? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Water Is Water
The Street Beneath My Feet
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Earth Science

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1864

Journey to the Center of the Earth

By Jules Verne, Frederick Amadeus Malleson (Translator)

A daring descent into an Icelandic volcano reveals a hidden world of prehistoric wonders.

262 pages· 72,176 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 231,227 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Planet Earth

Explore Earth's wonders through intricate paper cutouts.

30 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 30 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

I'm Trying to Love Rocks

Discover why rocks are the unsung heroes of our world.

40 pages· 885 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 316 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

Water Is Water

By Miranda Paul, Jason Chin (Illustrator)

Explore water's journey through its many forms in a poetic adventure.

40 pages· 154 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,262 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987

The Magic School Bus

By Joanna Cole, Bruce Degen (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The Magic School Bus series

A forgotten homework leads to an unforgettable journey through Earth's core.

60 pages· 912 words· Est. 16 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,306 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

The Magic School Bus Blows Its Top

A missing globe piece leads to an explosive underwater adventure.

32 pages· 1,737 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,078 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

The Street Beneath My Feet

Journey through Earth's layers from city streets to countryside depths in a foldout adventure.

20 pages
4.5/5 Goodreads · 545 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017

Grand Canyon

Journey through time in the Grand Canyon, uncovering ancient secrets and vibrant life.

Caldecott Medal (2018)
48 pages· 1,245 words· Est. 14 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,721 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2017

Full of Fall

Uncover the science of fall leaves' vibrant transformation.

40 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 626 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

If Sharks Disappeared

What if sharks vanished? Discover the ocean's fate.

40 pages· 411 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,077 ratings
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Earth Science Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about earth science for the youngest readers and listeners.

My First 100 Nature Words

Ages 1–3 · 2020

Introduce your child to 100 essential nature words in a vibrant board book.

Big and Small, Room for All

Ages 0–3 · 2009

Explore the universe's vastness and discover how everything, big and small, is interconnected.

Rocks

Ages 1–3 · 2020

Explore Earth's mysteries with curious babies on a rock-filled adventure.

Space
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Space

Ages 0–3 · 2021

Explore the solar system with the Cat in the Hat and discover fun space facts.

The Ocean
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The Ocean

Ages 0–3 · 2022

Dive into ocean wonders with the Cat in the Hat and discover marine secrets.

Hello, World! Rocks and Minerals
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Hello, World! Rocks and Minerals

Ages 0–3 · 2022

Discover the wonders of rocks and minerals through vibrant illustrations and simple facts.

Little Comet

Ages 0–5 · 2023

Follow a comet's thrilling journey through the solar system.

Rocks
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Rocks

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover the secrets of rocks through your senses.

Weather
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Weather

Ages 2–4 · 2020

Discover the wonders of weather through vibrant photos and simple facts.

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Earth Science Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about earth science for preschool and elementary-age readers.

A Rock Can Be...
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A Rock Can Be...

Ages 5–8 · 2015

Discover the surprising roles rocks play beyond their static forms.

A Rock Is Lively

Ages 5–8 · 2012

Discover the hidden wonders of rocks, from vibrant gems to volcanic marvels.

The Big Book of the Blue

Ages 3–5 · 2018

Dive into the ocean's mysteries and discover its strangest creatures and hidden dangers.

Ocean Sunlight

Ages 4–8 · 2012

Discover the hidden life cycles and connections within our oceans.

Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
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Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Earth needs your help to slow climate change. Can you save your home?

Little Dandelion Seeds the World

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Discover how dandelions conquer continents with their remarkable adaptability.

The Snowflake

Ages 5–9 · 2003

Follow a water droplet's year-long journey through nature's cycle.

Storms

Ages 4–6 · 2009

This book explores the different types of weather and storms that occur on Earth and other planets.

Concrete

Ages 7–10 · 2022

Discover the surprising power of concrete in shaping our world.

Rocks and Minerals

Ages 5–8 · 1997

Uncover the secrets of rocks, minerals, and gems beneath your feet.

Thank You, Earth

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Explore Earth's wonders through poetic text and stunning photos, celebrating nature's beauty and complexity.

Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years
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Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years

Ages 4–8 · 2017

The story of the Earth's life, from its birth to the present day.

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Earth Science Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about earth science for developing and independent readers.

Where Is Mount Everest?

Ages 8–11 · 2015

Everest's perilous peaks challenge climbers with history and danger.

100 Things to Know about Planet Earth

Ages 8–10 · 2020

Discover 100 surprising facts about our world and how to protect it.

Rocks, Minerals & Gems

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Uncover the secrets of rocks, minerals, and gems that shape our world.

Everything Rocks and Minerals

Ages 8–12 · 2011

Discover the secrets of rocks and minerals through vibrant photos and fun facts.

Everything You Need to Ace Science in One Big Fat Notebook

Ages 11–14 · 2016

Unlock science secrets with notes from the smartest kid in class.

Rocks and Minerals
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Rocks and Minerals

Ages 6–10 · 2009

Discover the hidden world of rocks and minerals beneath your feet.

Planet Earth

2007

Explore Earth's wonders and natural processes.

Volcanoes!
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Volcanoes!

Ages 6–8 · 2008

Discover the explosive power and mystery of volcanoes.

What Was the San Francisco Earthquake?
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What Was the San Francisco Earthquake?

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Experience the chaos of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and the city's fiery rebirth.

Rocks and Minerals
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Rocks and Minerals

Ages 6–8 · 2012

Discover the wonders of rocks and minerals in this engaging exploration.

Water
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Water

Ages 7–9 · 2014

Explore the journey of water from sky to sea and back again.

The Bat Scientists

Ages 10–12 · 2013

Bats face a deadly disease. Can scientists save them?

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