Bubbling reactions, colorful experiments, and everyday kitchen ingredients that can do amazing things – chemistry is all around us! If your children have been asking questions about how things change, mix, fizz, or react, books are such a wonderful place to begin exploring together.
Because truly… a great book can spark curiosity that lasts a lifetime.
This collection of chemistry books for kids comes straight from our Exploring Chemistry Family Unit Study. Each title has been chosen to introduce children to chemistry through fun stories, interesting facts, and simple explanations that help big ideas make sense.
These books are perfect for cozy read-alouds, independent learning, and inspiring plenty of “why do you think that happened?” moments as you explore the exciting world of chemistry together.
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Chemistry Books for Kids
Now, below you’ll find 10 of our favorite chemistry books for kids – perfect for exploring exciting experiments, discovering why everyday reactions happen, and bringing the world of chemistry to life one page at a time.
Chemistry for Curious Kids by Lynn HugginsCooper
This inspirational book is packed with clear and engaging explanations of chemistry and its scientific principles. Supporting STEM learning, it is an ideal supplement to school education as it covers many core topics in an entertaining and easy-to-understand way.
Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss
Join Bartholomew Cubbins in Dr. Seuss’s Caldecott Honor–winning picture book about a king’s magical mishap! Bored with rain, sunshine, fog, and snow, King Derwin of Didd summons his royal magicians to create something new and exciting to fall from the sky. What he gets is a storm of sticky green goo called Oobleck—which soon wreaks havoc all over his kingdom! But with the assistance of the wise page boy Bartholomew, the king (along with young readers) learns that the simplest words can sometimes solve the stickiest problems.
A Kids’ Guide to the Periodic Table by Edward P. Zovinka PhD and Rose A. Clark PhD
Discover the building blocks of the entire world! A Kids’ Guide to the Periodic Table takes you on an incredible journey through history and science that will teach you all about the 118 elements that make up, well, everything!
It’s an Acid Test! Acids vs Bases by Baby Professor
Dive into the intriguing world of acids and bases with this essential guide for middle school students. Perfect for teachers, homeschooling parents, and librarians, this book demystifies the sour taste of lemons and the bitterness of soap through an engaging exploration of acidity and basicity.
B is for Biochemistry by Sarah Cupello
Embark on a captivating journey through “B is for Biochemistry“! This vibrant children’s book rhymes its way through the alphabet, introducing young minds to the wonders of molecules and cells. With lively illustrations and engaging explanations, it’s a delightful blend of learning and fun. Spark curiosity and ignite a love for science with this educational adventure.
The Story of Marie Curie by Susan B. Katz
Marie Curie was one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie was an intelligent girl who studied hard to reach the top of her class in school. She overcame many challenges, including people who told her she couldn’t be a scientist because she was a woman. She didn’t let anything stop her, and her important research is still helping people today.
Every Day, Chemistry by Julia Sooy
A mother and daughter go about their day as chemical reactions in their everyday lives occur around them in Everyday Chemistry, a nonfiction picture book by writer Julia Sooy and illustrator Bonnie Pang.
Chemistry for Beginners by Kristie Stobbart and Darran Pickersgill
Chemistry for Beginners introduces young readers to the building blocks of our world through clear explanations, colorful illustrations, and engaging examples. Children will discover atoms, molecules, chemical reactions, the periodic table, and the many ways chemistry is used in everyday life.
Exploring the Elements by Isabel Thomas
This artful and accessible guide to the periodic table – the ultimate reference tool for scientists worldwide – names all 118 chemical elements and helps young readers understand the remarkable ways we have learned to use them.
Physics and Chemistry Comic Book by Giulia Bollino
Physics & Chemistry for Kids 8–12 is the comic-style science book that turns “Huh?” into “WOW!”
This fun and friendly physics and chemistry book explains big ideas in a way kids actually understand — with humor, cartoons, real-life examples, and tons of “Ohhh, that makes sense!” moments.
Ready for more chemistry fun?
And there you have it – a fun collection of chemistry books for kids! These books are a wonderful way to encourage curiosity, discover how everyday reactions happen, and make science come alive through stories and simple explanations.
If your children are eager to keep exploring, these books are part of our Exploring Chemistry Family Unit Study, where hands-on experiments and discovery help children uncover the wonders of chemistry. You can learn more about the 10 topics and activities included in the unit study right here.
So gather a few books, ask lots of questions, and enjoy discovering the exciting world of chemistry together.
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Thanks so much for reading, friend!
xo
Sarah
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