Reading Science
for kids
Explore 15 trusted reading science resources selected for curious kids, with clear ages, access details, and parent context.
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Frontiers for Young Minds
Science articles reviewed by scientists and edited with help from children, covering space, nature, health, and the world around us.
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Science Journal for Kids and Teens
Free science articles written for students and approved by scientists, with topics spanning biology, health, climate, and the environment.
BBC Bitesize
Free curriculum-linked lessons, games, quizzes, and study support for children and teenagers.
Learning Adventures
Free learning games and interactive ebooks for children in grades K–5, with math, science, reading, and history adventures.
InquiryMind
Free primary learning with read-aloud lessons, science and maths simulations, games, practice questions, and worksheets for kindergarten through Grade 5.
Khan Academy
A broad free learning platform with practice and lessons across math, science, computing, reading, and more.
Leap into Science
Open-ended science activities paired with children’s books for young learners and families from The Franklin Institute.
Science News Explores
Accessible science news, explainers, experiments, and stories for readers from middle school onward.
BrainPOP Jr.
Animated lessons, activities, and learning resources for young learners across science, math, reading, health, social studies, and the arts.
CellieKids
Free educational videos, games, songs, activities, and printables for children ages 2-9.
Small Fry Games
Free browser games for curious children, with playful practice in early learning, reading, addition, science, and observation.
Story Time From Space
Children’s books and science videos read and demonstrated from space, connecting literacy with real space exploration.
TIME for Kids
Current-events articles, science stories, and age-leveled reading for children in kindergarten through grade 6.
Animal Fact Guide
A colorful animal reference with species facts, quizzes, wildlife articles, and age-friendly nature learning.
Kids Discover
Visual nonfiction articles and interactive lessons covering science, history, geography, and social studies.
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