Mystery books for second graders
Start solving mysteries with these books about everything from baseball to secret agents.
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Mystery books for third graders
Pig detectives? Bully exposés? Start sleuthing in these three mystery books for kids.
Books on the joy of reading
These fun books present the nuts and bolts of reading in whimsical ways.
Science and nature books for fourth graders
Whether your child gets his or her thrills from learning about creatures that live under extreme conditions or our flawed food system, these books will appeal to animal lovers and amateur environmentalists alike. Several of these titles provide helpful tips and messages of hope to...
Science and nature books for second graders
From playful penguins to mighty dinosaurs, there's something to fascinate everyone on this book list. Beyond our recommended critter curriculum, titles on the benefits of recycling and vermicomposting (in which worms do all the good work) will introduce children to the ABCs of environmentalism.
Science and nature books for third graders
From great whites to garbage, let these books spark your child's interest in science by presenting a range of natural (and not so natural) phenomena. Learn how predators use camouflage to hunt more effectively, for example, or how to keep trash out of landfills. Your...
Science and nature books for first graders
Help first graders learn about the natural world around them. This book list will not only spark their curiosity about creatures as varied as beetles, sea turtles, and polar bears, but also offer important lessons about becoming an involved citizen.
Science and nature books for fifth graders
Scientists and inventors have a unique ability to captivate kids with their creations and, more often than not, eccentricities. These books let kids recreate Leonardo da Vinci's inventions, for example, and study the strange lives of scientists who experimented on themselves. Your fifth grader may...
Our book lists for kids, grades K-5
Browse by grade level to find great books for your child recommended by our panel of children's book experts.
12 best book series for beginning readers
A great series can turn a reluctant reader into a life-long book lover.
