Books About Magnets

The Best Magnets Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about magnets? 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 3 Favorite Books About Magnets

The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip
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$858
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 Goodreads · 964 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Ms. Frizzle's class embarks on an electrifying journey, shrinking down to travel through power lines. As they navigate the town's electrical system, they discover how electricity powers everything from light bulbs to motors. Will they manage to return safely, or will they get caught in the current? Dive into this thrilling adventure to learn the wonders of electricity with the Magic School Bus.
Magnetism
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$3131
Picture Book · Ages 10–12 · 2022

Magnetism

What happens inside a magnet that lets it pull and hold?

32 pages
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Library Binding
Summary: Magnets hold the grocery list on the fridge and keep appliance doors shut, but there is much more to them. This short photo book explains how magnets form, what happens at the atomic level to make them attract and repel, and how magnetism is used every day. Part of the Intro to Physics: Need to Know hi-lo series, set in a dyslexia-friendly font.
A Look at Magnets
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$2785
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

A Look at Magnets

This book explores the properties and uses of magnets.

24 pages· 209 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 17 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Unlock the mysteries of magnetism with vibrant photos and simple text. Explore how magnets work and the invisible fields they create. Perfect for young readers eager to learn independently.