Science & Nature - Kids Fiction

The Adventures of Parker at Crater Lake is a heartwarming children's book that follows the journey of a young boy and his grandma as they embark on outdoor escapades amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Crater Lake National Park. Nestled in Southern Oregon atop the...

When Fletcher tumbles happily onto the beach he is dazzled by the sun, sea and space. He soon finds a rockpool full of new friends... but as the sea disappears, they are stranded! Fletcher rushes to the rescue and manages to scoop up Little...

Can brave Rosalind persuade a stubborn king to set a little deer free in this beloved vintage story? Rosalind loves playing with a little deer in the shade of a flowering tree. Until one day a hunter and his dog accidentally frighten the deer...

Buzzy Bee & The Worker Bees is the first book in a children's series which teaches about honeybees and their hive. The story is told first person by the lovable Buzzy a worker bee in a large bee colony. This beautifully illustrated book will...

A young girl and her little sister share the many secrets and discoveries they encounter while exploring the wilderness around them. Their independence and curiosity weave throughout the pages as they scale a mossy gabbro rock, unearth chalky white moose antlers, and nibble upon...

Join six-year-old Mason on a sunny afternoon filled with curiosity, mischief, and a lesson in imagination in Would You? Should You? Eat a Bug. When Mason discovers a gray striped, wiggly bug in his backyard, his wild imagination takes over, and he wonders if...

For fans of The Remember Balloons, Moon! Earth's Best Friend, and Sky Gazing comes Dark Skies, a tale about family, memory, and the magic of the stars. Laney cherishes stargazing with her Papaw but in the city, lights outshine the starry night sky. Laney...

A fascinating glimpse into a baby whale's first migration from Mexico to Alaska; with a text in both English and Spanish When Juana is born in the warm waters of Mexico, the little gray whale isn't quite what you'd call little--she's already as big...

In a poetic, beautifully illustrated story, a child's move to a big city has her mourning her connection with nature until she makes a serendipitous discovery. When I shout my name into the sky, nobody answers. The city is lonely and so am I.I've...

Perfect for middle schoolers who love everything gross from the nasty things inside (and out) of our bodies to icky animals, revolting plants, gruesome bacteria, and more. Written by award-winning author Teresa Robeson, this book is packed full of fun facts and silly science,...

Go along on the exciting dream journey from morning to night, using hands and feet just like squirrels, monkeys, rats, spiders, frogs, penguins, elephants, lions, kangaroos, pandas, and eagles. Travel to the lush jungle, the African savannah, Australian outback, and to the frozen Antarctic....

Mmm-mm Forest animals squeak, tweet, slurp, yip and chomp over the sweet, plump fruit of a wild blackberry bush. But what happens when a bear arrives to take part in the feast? Young children will enjoy following the story by making the animal sounds,...

Discover amazing and fascinating sea creatures in the hole in the bottom of the sea Based on the traditional cumulative song, each verse introduces a new creature and its place in the food chain, with the shark chasing the eel, who chases the squid,...

Polly 'Possum is looking for a new home to raise her expected babies. Along the way, she meets a wide variety of diurnal and nocturnal animals. She learns how they build and live in webs, nests, hives, shells, burrows, lodges, dens, caves, dreys, and...

Filled with fun rhymes and make-believe stories, this wonderfully illustrated children's tale offers an imaginative view of a beach that includes swimming, surfing, and splashing. From sand castles and rock pools to boats and fish, the realistic scenes evoke images of a summer day...

Calling all Earthlings!Step into an extraordinary world of wonder with Cruise the Comet!Cruise the Comet has a BIG, IMPORTANT, BURNING question to ask the Sun. But to reach this galactically famous star, he must navigate through the entire Solar System, and he's inviting YOU...

A SKY-HIGH Science Filled Adventure!Join Martin, the determined Martian, on an out-of-this-world adventure as he dreams of rocketing past the stars and making his way to Earth. In this delightful and educational children's story, Martin takes young readers on a journey through the trials...

Join six-year-old Mason on a sunny afternoon filled with curiosity, mischief, and a lesson in imagination in Would You? Should You? Eat a Bug. When Mason discovers a gray striped, wiggly bug in his backyard, his wild imagination takes over, and he wonders if...

From the acclaimed author of The Forest of Moon and Sword comes a high-seas adventure for readers 9+. Join Nico on her quest to change the world... Nico Cloud desperately wants to be an explorer, but her parents think adventures aren't for girls. Fate...

"A sumptuously imagined children's debut" The Telegraph "A fast paced; single minded adventure. Female bravery is a given" The Observer When Art's mother is accused of witchcraft and captured, she is determined to get her back - at any cost. A lyrical adventure with...

Follow along as Bella and Charlie, two hungry dogs with food on their minds, decide to grow a garden! Based on a real-life family who live in the city and love to garden, this beautifully illustrated book aims to teach children that they too...

Sammy Star and Perk the cat go on a Martian adventure! They take a spaceship to planet Mars. Come along on this jet packed adventure and see if they meet a Martian cat. See how Sammy Star handles his interactions with the Martians.Author: Kim...

Norman the elephant and Wig-Wag the snake think they hear a daisy sneeze. But flowers don't sneeze, do they? Upon investigation, they discover an exhausted, wingless bumblebee named Buzz sneezing inside a daisy. Buzz has to work extra hard to collect pollen since he...

Unfold the flaps of this board book to watch what grows in a garden environment.Author: Kate RiggsISBN-10: 1568463359ISBN-13: 9781568463353Publisher: Creative EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/25/2020Pages: 12Format: Board BookWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.90h x 6.60w x 0.20dReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2020

"Irresistible . . . playfully existential." --O, The Oprah Magazine"Erlbruch's playful, distinctive illustrations . . . are sublime." --Kirkus ReviewsOne day, a few minutes after Once Upon a Time, a bear awakes to find he has lost something very important: himself! He sets out...

This title is one of an exciting series from Oxford Children's giving accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple and engaging way by experts in their fields, curious young...

Rowanna's stern caretaker, Mellwyn, has warned her again and again not to go near the trees that surround their seaside cottage. But Rowanna is drawn to the forest--especially the HighWillow on its faraway hill. Are the trees really forest ghouls, as Mellwyn says? Or...

Author: Max WaltherISBN-13: 9798893030969Publisher: ExperimentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/19/2025Pages: 16Format: Board Book

Do you enjoy being outside?Sitting outside, walking in the woods, touching nature, and collecting objects are activities that can help navigate emotions. Join Little Sarah while she takes a walk through nature and interacts with precious objects in pursuit of something deeper. As she...

Calling all Earthlings!Step into an extraordinary world of wonder with Cruise the Comet!Cruise the Comet has a BIG, IMPORTANT, BURNING question to ask the Sun. But to reach this galactically famous star, he must navigate through the entire Solar System, and he's inviting YOU...

Battle the bad guys and save the world in this interactive science adventure for kids!When you and your friends discover that the mysterious Novax corporation plans to use their new time machine to steal scientific discoveries of the past and use them for evil,...

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Last Magician series comes a "searing and satisfying" (Kirkus Reviews) middle grade debut steeped in magical realism about a bird-loving boy who moves to the countryside where he encounters dangerous creatures invading through a rip...

Join Sammie on his solo space adventure!Sammie was bored out of his mind learning about the solar system at school. So he had a witty idea to create his own spaceship and explore the solar system on his own! Through the help of a...

"Mind-expanding and hilarious! I got smarter reading this!" --Jeff Kinney, author of the international bestselling series Diary of a Wimpy Kid Cosmos meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Oliver's Great Big Universe is the first book in this illustrated middle-grade fiction series that blends...

A tale of friendship and exploration, perfect for children learning to read. By Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo. When Apollo the swallow flies to Africa, Chack the blackbird wants to send him a message. But Africa is far away. Can a jumpy dolphin,...

Books eleven through twenty in The Adventures of Sophie Mouse chapter book series are now available in one adorable paperback boxed set! Join Sophie Mouse and her friends on their charming adventures throughout Silverlake Forest as they attend birthday parties, discover a crystal cave,...

Publisher's Weekly Best Books of 2018 in the picture book category Outstanding Merit, Bank Street Best Children's Books of the Year A heartwarming and charming illustrated story that encourages a sense of exploration and adventure in young readers. Mrs. Badger, an avid collector and...

All creatures lived in harmony on the earth.Kindness, happiness, and tranquility prevailed. As time passed, the world changed. Much like life itself, the creatures discovered that living peacefully posed a challenge.How can they all adapt and live harmoniously?Is there a silver lining to be...

In a vibrant garden full of colorful flowers and towering trees, a tiny weed longs to be special like its larger plant friends. Feeling small and lonely, it dreams of transforming into a beautiful plant. One day, a friendly garden fairy appears and offers...

Jacqueline's Family is Hungry. She Doesn't Want to Eat her Friendly but Dry Cow.When Jacqueline trades the cow at the market for a few so-called "magic beans," her mom tosses them out the window in a fit of anger. When Jacqueline discovers the beans...

Patrick Picklebottom is out in the neighborhood and on the case - can YOU help him solve 12 different mysteries? Patrick Picklebottom has a knack for critical thinking. So it's not too surprising that he and his best friend, Claire, keep coming across everyday...

Who doesn't love a ladybug? Maisy explores these helpful little critters in the seventh adventure of the Maisy's Planet series. Join Maisy as she learns all about ladybugs! This cheerful board book introduces little ones to the colorful insects (look, one has landed on...

Hop along with Maisy as she discovers fascinating facts about frogs and toads in this eighth Maisy's Planet adventure. Frogs are fantastic! Every toddler who has been up close and personal with one of these big-eyed amphibians--as well as those not so sure about...

Tilly the Turbine is a story that takes young readers on a journey with Tilly, a loveable turbine on a quest to find energy and power.Through her adventures, Tilly teaches children the importance of renewable energy sources like the sun, wind, and water. As...

A heartwarming picture book teaching children patience and to live in the moment.Reha despises the present, all because her brother says he won't let her play with his dinosaur toys until she's older. To solve this problem, she decides to build a time machine....

Author: K. C. HayesISBN-10: 1623545927ISBN-13: 9781623545925Publisher: Charlesbridge PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/11/2025Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 7.90h x 9.80w x 0.20d

Author: Charis MatherISBN-13: 9798892004220Publisher: Amicus LearningLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2025Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.50h x 9.40w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.7Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 552823 / Navigating Through Nature

Daniel loves his new pet. But what will happen when it hatches a surprise?Author: Alma Flor AdaISBN-10: 0152062432ISBN-13: 9780152062439Publisher: Clarion BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2008Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 8.12h x 6.02w x 0.11dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 0.5Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 64100 / Daniel's PetReview...

Rena Robot needs help solving a mystery when her plant disappears. She uses her other plant friends and science to learn what happened. Rena teaches young kids that it's fun to learn and ask questions about science, math, and technology all around us and...

This story shines on children discovering sunlight and shadows. Shadows come, go, shorten, and grow. My Shadow will spark curiosity in the natural world and encourage young people to observe their shadows throughout the day. Shadow discovery is universal, and behind this phenomenon is...