Science Reading
for kids
Explore 11 trusted science reading 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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Learning Adventures
Free learning games and interactive ebooks for children in grades K–5, with math, science, reading, and history adventures.
Leap into Science
Open-ended science activities paired with children’s books for young learners and families from The Franklin Institute.
New York Public Library Learning
Storytimes, STEAM kits, reading recommendations, family activities, and free learning programs from NYPL.
Start with a Book
Book-based activities, reading lists, and learning ideas that help children explore science, arts, history, and the world around them.
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.
Small Fry Games
Free browser games for curious children, with playful practice in early learning, reading, addition, science, and observation.
Earth.Org Kids
Environmental news and stories that help children explore endangered animals, climate, sustainability, and the natural world.
Newsela
Differentiated nonfiction articles and quizzes designed for classroom reading practice.
Turtle Diary
Interactive educational games, videos, quizzes, worksheets, experiments, and activities for preschool through grade 5.
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