Books About Science For Children · 28 titles considered

The Best Science For Children Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about science for children? 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.

Reach for the Stars
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Science For Children

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Reach for the Stars

By Emily Calandrelli, Honee Jang (Illustrator)

Reach for dreams and discover life's wonders.

40 pages· 674 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 278 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

The Human Body

Uncover hidden wonders of the human body with light.

36 pages· 806 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 248 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Give Bees a Chance

Discover why bees are vital and how they sweeten our world without a sting.

40 pages· 1,038 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 790 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

One Well

By Rochelle Strauss, Rosemary Woods (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the CitizenKid series

Discover how water connects us all and holds the key to Earth's future.

32 pages· 4,000 words· Est. 31 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 366 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2011

Stellar Stargazer!

A stargazing sleepover turns cloudy. Can imagination save the night?

32 pages· 1,133 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 617 ratings
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

Dinosaurs

Discover the giants that once roamed Earth, maybe even near your backyard!

32 pages· 715 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 445 ratings
Picture Book · Ages 5–8

Me and My Amazing Body

By Joan Sweeney, Annette Cable (Illustrator) · Me series

Discover the secrets of your body from head to toe.

32 pages· 573 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 208 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1971

The Skeleton Inside You

By Philip Balestrino, True Kelley (Illustrator)

Discover the secrets of your skeleton and how it keeps you moving.

32 pages· 948 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 200 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1960

How a Seed Grows

Discover how a tiny seed transforms into a towering tree.

32 pages· 713 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 368 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2002

Rocks

Discover the hidden stories in everyday rocks through fun experiments.

24 pages· 712 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 114 ratings
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Science For Children Picture Books

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

The Berenstain Bears Fly-It!

Ages 4–8 · 1996

A balloon lesson sparks a thrilling jetcraft tournament in Bear Country.

Snow Is Falling

Ages 4–8 · 1963

Discover how snow can protect and endanger life in this engaging exploration.

Leaves! Leaves! Leaves!

Ages 4–7 · 2003

Explore the seasons with Buddy Bear as he discovers the secrets of leaves and trees.

Look Inside Your Body

Ages 4–8 · 2011

Discover the wonders of the human body with interactive flaps.

I Am Snow
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I Am Snow

Ages 3–6 · 2000

Discover the wonders and activities of snow.

The Windy Day

Ages 4–8 · 2007

Discover the unseen force that makes nature dance.

Lunch in the Leaves

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Siblings turn a rough playday into creative art while waiting for lunch.

Your Senses

Ages 4–8 · 1999

Discover how your five senses unite to explore the world.

The Digestive System

Ages 6–8 · 2008

Discover the journey of food through your body and its vital role in keeping you strong.

Life Cycle of a Bee

Ages 5–7 · 2019

Discover the fascinating life cycles of honeybees and their vital roles.

Hatching Chicks in Room 6

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Witness the wonder of life as kindergartners hatch chicks in a classroom adventure.

Butterflies Belong Here

Ages 5–8 · 2020

A girl discovers her place and helps monarch butterflies thrive in a new land.

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