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Science & Technology Books for Kids

Blast off into space to study planets or dive into the depths of the ocean and swim with the sharks — the world is yours! Check out the latest and greatest science and technology books for kids, featuring guides, workbooks, encyclopedias and more of the best tools for learning.

A Barnes and Noble 2025 Book of the Year Finalist

There Are No Silly Questions: More than 200 Weird and Wacky Questions, Expertly Answered!

There Are No Silly Questions: More than 200 Weird and Wacky Questions, Expertly Answered!

By Mike Rampton, Guilherme Karsten

Have you ever wondered why you burp? Will dinosaurs ever walk the planet again? And what is blinking, anyway? This book will help answer some of the world’s funniest conundrums.

$24.99
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Science for Young Wizards

The Wizard's Guide to Magical Experiments: 40 Science Experiments to Try at Home

The Wizard's Guide to Magical Experiments: 40 Science Experiments to Try at Home

By A.J. Wood, Jo Rioux

Wizards-in-training are guided through dozens of magic tricks and spells that are actually wow-inducing science experiments.

$24.99
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A Must-Have for Curious Kids

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2027

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2027

By National Geographic Kids

For kids who want to know everything about everything. Discover the newest scientific discoveries and fascinating animal facts in full color and keep the fun going with games and hilarious extras.

$13.49
$17.99
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The Latest From Britannica

Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia: Updated Edition - What We Know & What We Don't

Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia: Updated Edition - What We Know & What We Don't

By Britannica Group, Christopher Lloyd, Mark Ruffle, Jack Tite

Trustworthy encyclopedias for curious kids. Earth, Space, Animals, History, STEM; this landmark encyclopedia from Britannica has them all.

$35.00
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DK Children's Anthologies

Beautiful Gift Books

Awe-inspiring, beautiful books for curious kids. Packed with fascinating information and stunning artwork.

Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life
Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life
Anusuya Chinsamy-Turan
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth: Discover the Awe-Inspiring Wonders of Planet Earth
An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth: Discover the Awe-Inspiring Wonders of Planet Earth
Cally Oldershaw
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the Best-Kept Secrets of Space
The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the Best-Kept Secrets of Space
Will Gater
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
The Wonders of Nature: Discover the Incredible Stories of the Natural World
The Wonders of Nature: Discover the Incredible Stories of the Natural World
Ben Hoare
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
An Anthology of Exquisite Birds: Discover the Beauty of the Avian World
An Anthology of Exquisite Birds: Discover the Beauty of the Avian World
Ben Hoare
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs
An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs
Jess French
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
An Anthology of Intriguing Animals: Discover the Fascinating Truths of the Animal Kingdom
An Anthology of Intriguing Animals: Discover the Fascinating Truths of the Animal Kingdom
DK
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99
An Anthology of Aquatic Life: Discover the Secret Lives Under the Sea
An Anthology of Aquatic Life: Discover the Secret Lives Under the Sea
Sam Hume
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99

Science Kits

The Thames & Kosmos Microscope
The Thames & Kosmos Microscope
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$39.99
National Geographic Rock & Mineral Starter Kit
National Geographic Rock & Mineral Starter Kit
Blue Marble
Other Format
$14.99
National Geographic Break Your Own Geode - 2pc
National Geographic Break Your Own Geode - 2pc
Blue Marble
Other Format
$14.99
National Geographic Glow-in-the-Dark Marble Run 50 piece
National Geographic Glow-in-the-Dark Marble Run 50 piece
Blue Marble
Other Format
$29.99
SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot Kit - STEM Experiment Kit
SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot Kit - STEM Experiment Kit
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$26.99
National Geographic Completely Gross Chemistry Set
National Geographic Completely Gross Chemistry Set
National Geographic
Other Format
$34.99
National Geographic Crystal Growing Lab with Light up Display Base
National Geographic Crystal Growing Lab with Light up Display Base
Blue Marble
Other Format
$39.99
Ooze Labs Chemistry Station
Ooze Labs Chemistry Station
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$39.99
Rubber Band Racers
Rubber Band Racers
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$21.99
Mega Cyborg Hand - STEM Experiment Kit
Mega Cyborg Hand - STEM Experiment Kit
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$44.99

Gifts for Future Astronauts

The Thames & Kosmos Planetarium Projector (3L)
The Thames & Kosmos Planetarium Projector (3L)
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$34.99
Space Explorer 36 Piece Floor Jigsaw Puzzle
Space Explorer 36 Piece Floor Jigsaw Puzzle
Crocodile Creek
Other Format
$26.99
History of Space Travel Puzzle: Astronomical 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle & Poster : Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults
History of Space Travel Puzzle: Astronomical 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle & Poster : Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults
Pop Chart Lab
Pop Chart Lab
Game
$16.99
GEOSMART Moon Lander
GEOSMART Moon Lander
Smart Toys and Games
Other Format
$34.96
$49.95
Solar System 100 Pc Puzzle
Solar System 100 Pc Puzzle
EEBOO
Other Format
$16.95
Moon Matching Game: Featuring Photos from the Archives of NASA
Moon Matching Game: Featuring Photos from the Archives of NASA
Chronicle Books
Other Format
$10.49
$14.99
My Discovery Telescope
My Discovery Telescope
Thames & Kosmos
Other Format
$24.99
The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the Best-Kept Secrets of Space
The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the Best-Kept Secrets of Space
Will Gater
DK Children's Anthologies
Hardcover
$24.99

Workbooks for Kids

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Science & Technology - Kids

Get kids interested in science with a variety of mesmerizing books about space, nature, biology, chemistry, math, anatomy, and more. Plus, get them inquisitive about how things work with a variety of technology books from engineering cars, trains, ships and planes to robots and life-saving medicine. You can start getting your child interested in science and technology as early as their toddler years with board books about ocean life, bugs, dinosaurs, planets and more. Some great picture books about science for young children include Hello, World! Ocean Life by Jill McDonald, Moon: A Peek-Through Book by Britta Teckentrup, and Dr. Seuss Discovers: Dinosaurs by Dr. Seuss. Kids can start reading more in-depth about STEM topics around ages 6 or 7. Books like The Mysteries of the Universe give fascinating tidbits and intergalatic curios that will stimulate any mind. For those more interested in dinosaurs, paleontology and animal history, the Dinosaurs Enclyclopedia Prehistorica is full of breathtaking facts. You're never too young to learn about cars, trains, ships and planes, which you can do in the Smithsonian Institutions book. Plus, don't forget about planet Earth in An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth, a book full of over 100 stories about planet Earth accompanied by beautiful photos and illustrations.

5 Best Science Books for Curious Kids

  • An Anthology of Aquatic Life by Sam Hume
  • Science! by DK
  • Knowledge Encyclopedia Plants and Fungi!
  • The Wizard's Guide to Magical Experiments by A.J. Wood
  • Animalium by Jenny Broom

5 STEM Books for Kids

  • Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes by DK & Smithsonian Institute
  • The Mysteries of the Universe by Will Gater
  • The Way Things Work by David Macaulay
  • Big Book of Facts by Alex Frith and Amy Chiu
  • Robots by Melissa Stewart