International Children's Book Day: Science Books We Love
Want the ideal launching pad for science exploration? Whether the goal is to explore the diversity of life on Earth, learn the fundamentals of rocket science, or fly into the solar system, we have some recommended books in honor of International Children’s Book Day.
In the picture book, Animals Are Delicious, everyone is hungry. It allows preschool-aged kids to visualize their way through the forest, sky, and ocean food chains. Children can take a trip through each food chain in a storybook, or they can go as far as possible and compare and contrast the various food chains.
Chris Ferrie, a physicist and father, believes it's never too early to expose young children to challenging concepts. One of his famous books is Rocket Science for Babies. You’ll get your budding rocket scientist started with its simple explanations and simple illustrations.
For older (age 4-7) kids who want to understand the universe, Star Stuff: Carl Sagan and the Mysteries of the Cosmos, is a favorite. Learn about Carl as a young boy gazing from the bedroom window of his Brooklyn apartment, through his love of speculative science fiction novels, to his work as an internationally renowned scientist who worked on the Voyager missions exploring the farthest reaches of space.
The Boy Who Harnassed the Wind, a memoir in a young adult version for kids 10 years old+, is about the author’s struggle to build a windmill in his village in Malawi. Science is not embraced in his culture. Yet, he reads and studies science to improve his village's future. Beyond that, it’s a story about hope and determination.
We love when books allow kids to think outside the box. A Leaf Can Be, for kids 5-8. does so whimsically to demonstrate what we take for granted as a leaf has many other functions.
Reading these books can help children learn more about science in a fun and engaging way. Of course, there are SIE Books to also help you bring science into the lives of youth. All will help them learn about the world around them, gain a deeper appreciation for the wonders of science, and foster a lifelong love of learning.
