Books About Energy · 14 titles considered

The Best Energy Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about energy? 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.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

How Does My Home Work?

By Chris Butterworth, Lucia Gaggiotti (Illustrator)

Discover the secrets of your home's hidden systems and learn how to save energy.

32 pages· 354 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 135 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003

Food Chain Frenzy

A reluctant student faces a wild field trip exploring ecosystems and food chains with a quirky teacher and a know-it-all cousin.

92 pages· 11,184 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 303 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip

By Joanna Cole, Bruce Degan, Bruce Degen (Illustrator) · Book #9 in the The Magic School Bus series

Join a class on a wild ride through electrical wires to uncover the secrets of electricity.

48 pages· 4,318 words· Est. 36 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 960 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

Everybody Sleeps (But Not Fred)

A boy defies sleep with endless tasks. Will he ever rest?

32 pages· 337 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 591 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004

My Light

Discover how the sun's light transforms into everyday energy.

40 pages· 473 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 203 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

The Magic School Bus Rides the Wind

A runaway kite leads to a windy adventure on the Magic School Bus. Can they catch it?

32 pages· 756 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 171 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

Go-Go Guys

Two energetic characters try to stay awake and have fun, but are eventually told to go to bed.

48 pages· 163 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 131 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Waves

Discover the waves that shape our world, from ocean tides to invisible signals.

32 pages· 568 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 50 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

The Shocking Story of Electricity

Uncover electricity's journey from ancient experiments to modern marvels.

64 pages· 2,558 words· Est. 29 min read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 65 ratings
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989

Switch On, Switch Off

Discover the magic of electricity and how it powers our world.

32 pages· 1,089 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 96 ratings
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Energy Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about energy for developing and independent readers.

Push and Pull

Ages 6–7 · 2002

Discover the forces of push and pull through engaging experiments.

Electricity

Ages 7–9 · 2011

Uncover the mysteries of electricity, motion, and gravity.

Monsters, Inc. (Graphic Novel)

Ages 8–11 · 2018

Monsters must return a child to her world, facing unexpected challenges.

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