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Science & Nature Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
3,518 books about science & nature
0–3 yrs
1022 books
4–7 yrs
1802 books
8–11 yrs
731 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Discovering Life's Story #2
The Evolution of an Idea
Joy Hakim
Travel from the classrooms of Linnaeus to the voyages of Darwin to see how radical thinkers discovered the secrets of ho
Ages 12–18
Nature Books #1
An Egg Is Quiet
Dianna Hutts Aston
Perfect for children marveling at the wonders of nature, this poetic exploration of eggs reveals their surprising shapes
Ages 5–8
A Visual Exploration of Science #1
The Speed of Starlight
Colin Stuart
Sound waves become visible and the speed of light turns into a graphic journey in this artistic guide to the hidden phys
Ages 8–12
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Surtsey: The Newest Place on Earth
Kathryn Lasky
Witness the dramatic birth of a volcanic island and watch as the very first plants and animals begin to claim a home on
Ages 8–12
My Incredible World
Capuchin Monkeys!
Hope Aicher
Fascinating photos reveal the world of capuchin monkeys, the clever primates who use tools and solve complex problems.
Ages 3–8
Fold Out and Find Out #1
Little Green Frogs
Frances Barry
Watch the transformation from tadpole to frog as the pages of this book unfold into beautiful lily pads with a surprise
Ages 2–5
One Beetle Too Many: The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles Darwin
Kathryn Lasky
Young Charles Darwin sets off on extraordinary adventures as a nineteenth-century biologist whose observations would eve
Ages 6–10
Usborne Young Reading: Series 3
The Story of Planet Earth
Abigail Wheatley
Volcanoes, ice ages, and meteor impacts reveal the fascinating history of our world and the complex systems that keep th
Ages 8–12
The Night Flower: The Blooming of the Saguaro Cactus
Lara Hawthorne
The Sonoran desert comes alive for just one night as bats, mice, and insects gather to witness the rare, stunning bloom
Ages 3–7
Penguin Young Readers
Scary Plants!
Janet Lawler
Venus fly traps and stinging nettles use deadly tricks to stay alive, turning the quiet world of plants into a fascinati
Ages 6–9
Darwin's Rival: Alfred Russel Wallace and the Search for Evolution
Christiane Dorion
Travel from the Amazon to the Malay Archipelago to meet Alfred Russel Wallace, the explorer who developed the theory of
Ages 10–14
Vanishing Life: The Mystery of Mass Extinctions
Jeff Hecht
Asteroids, volcanoes, and shifting climates have wiped out life before. Examine the evidence left behind by the planet's
Ages 10–15
The Inside-Out Stomach
Peter Loewer
Take a look at the wild anatomy of invertebrates and one-celled creatures to see how animals without backbones eat, move
Ages 7–11
DK Readers
Tale of a Tadpole
Karen Wallace
Hiding from hungry goldfish and beetles is just the beginning for a tiny egg on a lily pad as it begins its journey to b
Ages 3–6
Science Comics #10
Trees: Kings of the Forest
Andy Hirsch
Follow a single acorn from a tiny seed through its grand journey to becoming the longest-living plant in the forest in t
Ages 9–12
Robert Bateman Nature Circle #3
Polar Worlds
Robert Bateman
Detailed paintings and sketches reveal how arctic wolves, whales, and polar bears survive the freezing temperatures of t
Ages 8–12
Earth's Resources
Why Do We Need Soil?
Laura K. Murray
Soil does much more than just sit under your boots; it is a hidden powerhouse that helps grow our food, build our roads,
Ages 5–8
The Humblebee Hunter
Deborah Hopkinson
Join Charles Darwin and his children on a sunny afternoon in their English garden as they hunt for humblebees to help wi
Ages 4–8
Who Would Win? #2
Whale vs. Giant Squid
Jerry Pallotta
Compare the massive size, brain power, and hunting skills of killer whales and great white sharks to see who rules the o
Ages 6–9
Geology for Kids
Why Do Tectonic Plates Crash and Slip?
Baby Professor
For the curious learner who wonders what makes the ground shake and mountains form. This guide breaks down the science o
Ages 6–10
About #9
About Raptors
Cathryn Sill
For the child who marvels at the sight of a hawk in the sky, this gentle guide introduces the powerful world of birds of
Ages 3–8
Julia Rothman's Anatomy #7
Bird Anatomy
Julia Rothman
For the nature-loving child who asks how birds fly or why eggs are different colors: this beautiful guide brings the won
Ages 8–12
Early Rising Readers #21
Animals Theme
Lynn D. Check
For the curious young explorer eager to learn about the wild world. This gentle guide uses nature to spark wonder and bu
Ages 2–6
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Jane Goodall
Susan B. Katz
For the child who loves animals and dreams of big adventures. This inspiring biography shows how curiosity and patience
Ages 6–9
