Science Reads: Recommended reads for children

Updated September 20, 2024
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We are water protectors
Lindstrom, Carole
Paper Book
From author Carole Lindstrom and illustrator Michaela Goade comes a New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Medal winning picture book that honors Indigenous-led movements across the world. Powerfully written and gorgeously illustrated, We Are Water Protectors,...

Also available in eBook format.

Canadian author.

Nous sommes les protecteurs de l'eau
Lindstrom, Carole
Paper Book

Avec l'aide des enseignements de sa grand-mere, une petite fille incite les siens a se tenir debout afin d'empecher la construction de pipelines desastreux pour l'environnement.

Auteure canadienne.

Newton and Curie : the science squirrels
Kirk, Daniel
Paper Book
When an apple falls on his head, Newton the squirrel begins to wonder how the world works. After perching on a branch outside a classroom window and listening in on a lesson about the force of gravity, he decides to try his own experiments with the help of his sister, Curie. Learning to make simple...
Georgia's terrific, colorific experiment
Persico, Zoe
Paper Book
Science and art come together in this colorful and empowering picture book about a strong minded girl scientist and her artist family. Is it possible for science and art to really mix? Georgia wants to be a scientist, and a great one at that. But in order...
Fairy science : solid, liquid, gassy
Spires, Ashley
Paper Book
Esther the fairy is back, to investigate the water cycle! From the award-winning author of The Most Magnificent Thing, for fans of Ada Twist, Scientist and Hidden Figures. Esther the fairy doesn't believe in magic. But fairies are all about magic,...

Canadian author.

La Fée Scientifique : Solide, Liquide, Gazeux
Spires, Ashley
Paper Book
The award-winning author of The Most Magnificent Thing introduces the value of science and inquiry to young readers with humor and heart. For fans of Ada Twist, Scientist and Hidden Figures. Esther the fairy doesn't believe in magic. But fairies are all about...
Auteur canadien.
Ada Twist and the disappearing dogs
Beaty, Andrea
Paper Book
Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs is the fifth story in author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts's New York Times bestselling Questioneers chapter book series following Ada Twist, the star of the Netflix TV show! Blue River...
Also available in eBook format.
Libby loves science : states of matter
Derting, Kimberly
Paper Book
"A successful marriage of solid information and good fun."--School Library Journal (starred review) "A natural fit for classroom science units and home use."--Booklist Libby loves science! In this STEM-themed picture book, a companion to the popular Cece Loves Science...
I want to be a scientist
Driscoll, Laura
Paper Book
"An informative and accessible child's-eye view of STEM careers" --Kirkus Reviews A Maryland Blue Crab Award honoree This Level One I Can Read and Guided Reading Level K is perfect for learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom,...
Maya and the robot
Ewing, Eve L.
Paper Book
From award-winning author Eve L. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend -- and a science fair project. Maya's nervous about fifth grade. She tries to keep calm...
The boreal forest : a year in the world's largest land biome
Carmichael, L. E.
Paper Book
The vast boreal forest spans a dozen countries in the northern regions like 'a scarf around the neck of the world,' making it the planet's largest land biome. Besides providing homes for a diversity of species, this spectacular forest is also vitally important to the planet's ecosystem. This...
Canadian author.
The periodic table of elements : understanding the building blocks of everything
Chad, Jon
Paper Book
Step out of your element with Science Comics: The Periodic Table of Elements, the latest volume of First Second's nonfiction graphic novel series! A book of fun chemistry experiments has fallen into the wrong hands. Only Mel can use her knowledge of the periodic table to...
The outdoor scientist : the wonder of observing the natural world
Grandin, Temple
Paper Book
From New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned scientist and autism spokesperson Temple Grandin comes a book about exploring the world around us, asking questions, and making sense of what we see--with 40 fun outdoor activities that promote independent thinking, which kids...
Super hero science
Hackett, Jennifer
Paper Book
Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Flash, Batgirl, Bumblebee and other beloved DC super heroes make science fun and engaging for kids 6 and up. What can Superman tell us about force, gravity, and motion? What makes flight possible (other than a cape)? Can science explain...
Indigenous ingenuity : a celebration of traditional North American knowledge
Havrelock, Deidre
Paper Book
Celebrate Indigenous thinkers and inventions with this beautifully designed, award-winning interactive nonfiction book--perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass.  Corn. Chocolate. Fishing hooks. Boats that float. Insulated double-walled construction. Recorded...

Also available in eBook format.

Canadian authors.

The raven mother
Huson, Brett D.
Paper Book
★ Starred selection for CCBC's Best Books for Kids & Teens 2023! Hoarders. Scavengers. Clever foragers. Bringers of new life. Ravens have many roles, both for the land and in Gitxsan story and song. The sixth book in Hetxw'ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson)'s Mothers of Xsan...
Canadian author.
What will I discover?
Kyi, Tanya Lloyd
Paper Book
Kids 3 to 6 will be inspired to ask their own big questions after reading about the mysteries that scientists have yet to discover. This celebration of curiosity is an excellent resource for fostering an interest in STEM. Sometimes, it seems as if...

Canadian author.

Open science : knowledge for everyone
Polak, Monique
Paper Book
Science is for everyone, right? Unfortunately, that's not always true. Discovery, research and innovation are often top secret, and big businesses charge high prices for that information. The field of open science is trying to change that. It's all about sharing knowledge. Teams of...

Canadian author.

What's the weather?
Ralston, Fraser
Paper Book
Discover the science behind wild and wonderful weather in this fact-packed book! From heatwaves and big freezes to tornadoes and fog, this science book gives your budding meteorologist a glimpse into all the action that happens in the sky. Learn about all kinds of weather and...
Lift, mix, fling! : machines can do anything
Schaefer, Lola M.
Paper Book
How do you make work easier With machines, of course! Acclaimed author Lola M. Schaefer and award-winning illustrator James Yang explore various types of machines and their numerous, complex functions. A fun and interactive STEM-themed picture book for fans of David Macaulay and...
Good food, bad waste : let's eat for the planet
Silver, Erin
Paper Book
A deep dive into why humans waste so much food and the consequences for people and the planet Around the world, a billion tons of food gets thrown away every year, even when hundreds of millions of people suffer from hunger. A lot of what we don't eat ends up rotting in landfills which...

Canadian author.

Why does my shadow follow me? : more science questions from real kids
Vermond, Kira
Paper Book
Science starts with a question in this fascinating compendium for curious kids. The team behind the acclaimed Why Don't Cars Run on Apple Juice? is back to tackle more kid questions like "Are birds really dinosaurs?" and "Why do we have butts?" With help from Ontario Science...

Also available in e-book format.

The most exciting book of science, inventions & space ever
Watts, Claire
Paper Book
Travel with mischievous cartoon guides, the Brainwaves, in this book of science through a range of mindblowing STEM topics Meet the Brainwaves, hilarious little mischief-makers who will be your guides to a marvellous range of mindblowing science topics! These pint-sized pals will...
Space on Earth: How Thinking Like an Astronaut Can Help Save the Planet
Williams, Dave
Paper Book
Really "high" tech to inspire us for sustainable solutions on Earth. Who could imagine an idea born on a space station would help sustain our planet? Astronauts, living on the International Space Station, have to protect their resources because their lives depend on it. They learn to...

Also available in e-book format.

Canadian author.


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