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Science Experiments Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Science Experiments Books for Ages 8–11

Science experiments at chapter book age get more sophisticated and more satisfying. Chemistry, physics, biology, engineering challenges that require planning and produce results worth showing someone. These 2,304 books trust children to do real science.

2,304 books

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Becky’s ambitious third-grade science project takes an unbelievable turn when giant vegetables begin appearing in the sk

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The Young Scientist

The Young Scientist Book of Electricity

For the curious child who wonders how a light switch works. This vintage guide makes the invisible world of volts and cu

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Extremely Important Questions #1

Why is Snot Green?

Ever wondered why snot is green or what happens to astronaut farts? This book tackles kids' most bizarre and brilliant s

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The Summer Experiment

Cathie Pelletier

For the curious child who feels a bit out of place and is searching for their own version of the truth while navigating

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Usborne Introductions

Introduction to Chemistry

Jane Chisholm, Mary Johnson

For the inquisitive child who wonders how the world is put together, this classic guide turns complex chemistry into an

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Wile E. Coyote Physical Science Genius

Zoom!: Wile E. Coyote Experiments with Speed and Velocity

For the child who loves cartoons but struggles with science homework, this book turns Wile E. Coyote's mishaps into memo

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Young Discoverers

Sound and Light

For the child who asks why shadows move or how a telephone works. This hands-on guide turns physics into a playground of

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Curious Pearl, Science Girl

Curious Pearl Explains States of Matter

For the inquisitive child who asks how ice melts or where steam goes. Follow Pearl as she uses her high-tech glasses to

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Owen Foote, Mighty Scientist

Stephanie Greene

For the young explorer who loves experiments but feels nervous about school bullies and the pressure of the big science

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Lab Coat Girl #1

The Amazing Benjamin Bone

Margie Palatini

What starts as a dreaded fifth-grade science project turns into a series of wild experiments when Trudie notices her par

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Science Comics #16

The Periodic Table of Elements

For the child who loves adventure but struggles with dry textbooks, this high-stakes graphic novel turns the building bl

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Discovering Science Secrets

Learn how to transform ordinary milk into glue or print pictures with water while discovering surprising facts about the

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Elements of Genius #1

Nikki Tesla and the Ferret-Proof Death Ray

For the child who feels like an outsider because of their big brain or unique hobbies, this high-energy adventure celebr

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How To Experiments #2

How to Build a Tornado in a Bottle

A swirling vortex forms right in your hands using full-color photos and simple instructions that explain the science beh

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Phineas L. MacGuire #1

Phineas L. MacGuire... Erupts!

Frances O'Roark Dowell

Science enthusiast Phineas sees his plans for the fourth-grade science fair go up in smoke until an unexpected partnersh

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Maker Comics #8

Conduct a Science Experiment!

Der-shing Helmer

For the student who feels overwhelmed by science fairs or lab reports. This guide uses a fun group of kids to demystify

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7 Facts about the Weather

Jose Manuel Orozco, Lucy Morris, Pat Cusick, Donald Chin, Flor Ramirez, Susan McCloskey, Deb Storment, Simone Winston, Benjamin James, Elizabeth Kaplan, Nancy Garhan Attebury

Perfect for young scientists eager to understand the world around them, this book offers simple instructions to build a

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Simple Experiments with Simple Machines

Simple Experiments with Screws

For the curious builder who wants to know how things stay together. This hands-on guide uses simple household experiment

Cover of A Wizard from the Start: The Incredible Boyhood and Amazing Inventions of Thomas Edison

A Wizard from the Start: The Incredible Boyhood and Amazing Inventions of Thomas Edison

A boy who was called slow by his teacher conducts messy experiments in his basement and dreams of the inventions that wi

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The Questioneers Chapter Books #2

Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants

For the child who never stops asking 'why' and loves to solve problems using logic, curiosity, and a bit of trial and er

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Pebble Plus: How to Make a...

How to Make a Wind Speed Meter

For the young scientist eager to explore the outdoors. This hands-on guide turns common household items into a real tool

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Phineas L. MacGuire... Gets Slimed!

Frances O'Roark Dowell

For the child who thrives on logic and facts but struggles with the messy unpredictability of group projects and new soc

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Newton and Curie #1

The Science Squirrels

For the child who asks 'how' and 'why' about everything in nature. This playful story turns backyard observations into a

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Bill Nye's Great Big World of Science

Bill Nye, Gregory Mone

For the curious middle grader who asks 'how?' and 'why?' about everything from atoms to galaxies. This high energy guide

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