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94/100 · ages 8–15

Frontiers for Young Minds

Science articles reviewed by scientists and edited with help from children, covering space, nature, health, and the world around us.

WebsiteBiologyScience reading
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Go All In: National Year of Reading 2026 Resources

The UK National Year of Reading 2026 resource portal offers family, school, library, early-years, and accessible reading guides, activity packs, and downloadable materials.

WebsiteDownloadableAccessible readingActivity packs
Ages 0–18 by resource; some adult-facing guidance · Free public resources92
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Leap into Science

Open-ended science activities paired with children’s books for young learners and families from The Franklin Institute.

WebsiteDownloadableEarly learningExperiments
3–10 · Free90
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Science News Explores

Accessible science news, explainers, experiments, and stories for readers from middle school onward.

WebsiteClimateExperiments
11–18 · Free89
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Natural Inquirer

USDA Forest Service science readers, activity books, lesson material, and virtual learning adventures for PreK through grade 12.

WebsiteYouTube channelDownloadableAnimalsClimate
4-18 · Free88
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iREAD Summer 2026: Plant a Seed, Read

iREAD’s 2026 library reading programme uses a farm-to-table theme to connect stories with culture, history, science, health and human connection, with children, teen, early-literacy and family activities.

WebsiteDownloadableEarly literacyFamily activities
Children, teens, early literacy and families; activity-specific · Paid resource guide; some state-library partners distribute it directly87
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Ranger Rick Kids Nature

Wildlife magazines, nature stories, animal facts, games, and family activities that help children explore the natural world.

WebsiteDownloadableAnimalsFamily activities
4-14 · Free with paid options87
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Skybrary

Skybrary by Reading Is Fundamental is an ad-free reading app for children ages 3–9 with more than 1,000 ebooks and virtual field-trip videos designed to build reading enjoyment and discovery.

WebsiteEbooksLibrary
3–9 · Free books; subscription and school access options87
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Earth.Org Kids

Environmental news and stories that help children explore endangered animals, climate, sustainability, and the natural world.

WebsiteAnimalsClimate
8–15 · Free84
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AmblesideOnline

A free homeschool curriculum and resource guide organized by year, subject, books, and Charlotte Mason-inspired learning plans.

WebsiteCurriculumHomeschooling
6–18 · Free80
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