Introduction:
Science is a fascinating subject that can help broaden a child’s curiosity and understanding of the world. To spark their interest in science from an early age, it’s essential to present scientific concepts in a fun and engaging manner. Luckily, there are many educational and enjoyable science books out there specifically designed for elementary school students. Here, we’ve compiled a list of 18 fantastic science books that your kids are sure to enjoy.
1. The Everything Kids’ Science Experiments Book by Tom Robinson
2. National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Why by Amy Shields
3. The Magic School Bus series by Joanna Cole
4. Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty
5. Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty
6. Oh Say Can You Say Di-no-saur?: All About Dinosaurs by Bonnie Worth
7. Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Space by Dominic Walliman and Ben Newman
8. Ingenious: The World of Dr. Seuss – A Collection of Fascinating Inventions and Curiosities by Kathleen Krull
9. Stars! Stars! Stars! by Bob Barner
10. The 101 Coolest Simple Science Experiments: Awesome Things To Do With Your Parents, Babysitters and Other Adults by Jennifer Adams, Holly Homer and Rachel Miller
11. The Way Things Work Now by David Macaulay
12. Kid Scientists: True Tales of Childhood from Science Superstars by David Stabler and Anoosha Syed
13. Charlotte the Scientist is Squished by Camille Andros
14. Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science series (Stage 1-2) published by HarperCollins Publishers
15. Zoey and Sassafras series by Asia Citro
16. Grossology: The Science of Really Gross Things by Sylvia Branzei and Jack Keely
17. How to Be a Scientist by Steve Mould
18. Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs! by Kathleen V. Kudlinski and S.D. Schindler
Conclusion:
These 18 educational and fun science books are perfect for introducing children in elementary school to the captivating world of science. They range from easy-to-follow experiments that can be done at home to fascinating stories that provide real-life examples of scientific discovery. With themes ranging from space exploration to dinosaurs, there’s something for every young scientist. So, it’s time to dive into these books and start instilling a love of science in your kids at an early age!
