Books About Lightning

The Best Lightning Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about lightning? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Lightning

Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1964

Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll

By Dr. Franklyn M. Branley, True Kelley (Illustrator)

Discover the secrets behind the flash and rumble of thunderstorms.

32 pages· 827 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
3.9 Goodreads · 246 ratings
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Summary: Uncover the mysteries of thunderstorms with this engaging picture book. Learn why lightning can stretch over a mile and how clouds reach ten miles high. Perfect for curious young minds, this book transforms fear into fascination, offering insights into the natural world. Dive into the science behind the storm and explore the wonders of weather with vivid illustrations and hands-on activities. Will you be ready for the next thunderstorm?
Storms
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1989

Storms

By Seymour Simon · Reading Rainbow series

Discover the power and mystery of storms through vivid images and fascinating facts.

32 pages· 2,009 words· Est. 23 min read
3.9 Goodreads · 184 ratings
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Summary: Explore the awe-inspiring world of storms with captivating photographs and intriguing facts. This book reveals the immense power of nature, from storms that unleash millions of gallons of water to those that generate vast electrical energy. Perfect for young scientists eager to understand the forces shaping our world, it offers clear explanations and stunning visuals that bring the drama of storms to life. How do these natural phenomena impact our planet, and what secrets do they hold? Dive into this educational journey and uncover the mysteries of the skies.
Tangerine
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1997

Tangerine

By Edward Bloor

A boy uncovers family secrets and strange phenomena in a mysterious town.

312 pages· 89,797 words· Est. 10 hour read
3.6 Goodreads · 33,978 ratings
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Summary: Paul Fisher, a visually impaired boy, moves to Tangerine County, where sinkholes, underground fires, and daily lightning strikes are the norm. Harassed by his football-star brother, Paul finds solace in joining the school soccer team. As he bonds with his teammates, he begins to unravel the town's mysteries and confront long-hidden family secrets. Can Paul find his place in this bizarre new world and face the truth about his past? In Tangerine, anything is possible, and Paul must navigate the chaos to discover his true strength.
Extreme Weather
Chapter Book · 2011

Extreme Weather

By Margaret Hynes · Navigators series

From lightning to whiteouts, explore the science behind the planet's wildest weather.

48 pages· 7,028 words
4.2 Goodreads · 6 ratings
Paperback
Summary: A tour of the science behind the most awe-inspiring weather, such as lightning, hail, monsoons and whiteouts. Readers follow a hurricane as it forms, join an air-sea rescue crew and experience life at a polar research station, with photographs, artwork and quotes on every spread.
Lightning
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2006

Lightning

By Ann Herriges · Weather series

How does lightning form, why does thunder follow, and how do you stay safe?

24 pages· 286 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9 Goodreads · 17 ratings
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Summary: Lightning can strike trees and leap from cloud to cloud. This beginning reader explains how lightning forms, why it comes with thunder, and how to stay safe when a storm rolls in. Short sentences and bold photographs introduce young readers to one of the most powerful forces in the weather.
Thunderstorms
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2009

Thunderstorms

A True Book: Earth Science series

Uncover the secrets of thunderstorms and their impact on life.

48 pages· 2,778 words· Est. 24 min read
4.1 Goodreads · 22 ratings
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Summary: Dive into the world of thunderstorms and discover how they form and affect our planet. Explore the science behind these powerful storms and learn survival tips. Perfect for young earth scientists eager to understand the forces of nature, this book offers engaging facts and activities that illuminate the mysteries of meteorology and ecology.
Curious Questions & Answers about Weather
Picture Book · Ages 5–+ · 2020

Curious Questions & Answers about Weather

By Philip Steele, Mike Moran (Illustrator)

Discover the wild secrets of weather in a quirky Q&A adventure.

32 pages
5.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: Dive into a whimsical exploration of weather's wonders. Uncover how clouds spark lightning, the wind's role in nature, and the Arctic fox's seasonal transformation. Each page offers playful insights and surprising revelations, inviting readers to question and marvel at the natural world around them.
Lightning!
Picture Book · 2006

Lightning!

By Jeff Bauer · Science Vocabulary Readers series

This book explains how lightning forms, how to stay safe during a storm, and the science behind thunder and lightning.

436 words
4.3 Goodreads · 11 ratings
Unknown
Summary: Dive into the electrifying world of lightning and expand your vocabulary. Discover the mysteries behind nature's most powerful phenomenon and learn new words along the way. What secrets will you uncover?
Storms
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Storms

By Melvin Berger, Gilda Berger · Book #7 in the Scholastic True or False series

Discover the truth behind storms with engaging questions.

48 pages· 1,776 words· Est. 15 min read
4.4 Goodreads · 22 ratings
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Summary: Dive into a world of storms with a fun twist! This interactive book challenges young readers with true or false questions, revealing fascinating facts with each turn of the page. Perfect for curious minds eager to uncover the mysteries of nature, every question is paired with vibrant photographs and intriguing bonus facts. Will you guess correctly, or will the truth surprise you? Explore and learn in this captivating journey through the wonders of weather.
Wacky Weather
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Wacky Weather

By Todd Tarpley, Aristides Ruiz (Illustrator), Alan Batson (Illustrator) · The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library series

Explore bizarre weather phenomena with a whimsical guide.

48 pages· 1,087 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 39 ratings
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Summary: Join the Cat in the Hat on a journey through the world's most peculiar weather events. With Thing One and Thing Two, discover diamond rain, snow donuts, and more. Will you believe your eyes as you learn about storms that defy imagination? Perfect for young readers eager to explore the wonders of science, this adventure promises to spark curiosity and laughter. Dive into a world where weather is as wild as your imagination!
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