Do you have a kid scientist who can’t get enough of STEM and history? My 6th grader and I have been reading some incredibly interesting and inspiring nonfiction science books lately and we recommend these straight from our home library to yours.
Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly: This is the book that inspired the movie Hidden Figures that tells the story of Dorothy Vaughan and the ‘human computer’ mathematicians who were instrumental in the success of the space program. We know their stories of perseverance will inspire you too.
Natural History Smithsonian: This was THE best last minute Christmas buy from Costco – my middle school daughter even raved that it was one of her favorite presents! It has some amazing information about everything from matter, to molecules, to mollusks, and everything in between.
Radium Girls by Kate Moore: Want to read a story about glowing girls working in coveted factories who suddenly mysteriously fall ill? This nonfiction book covers the fascination with radium and a work place safety scandal. Will justice be served for the radium girls?
Lost in Outer Space by Tod Olson: Lost in Outer Space is a easy read for any kid who loves space. You not only get a perspective from the astronauts in space, but also what it was like to be the teenage daughter of an astronaut whose knew that her Dad’s ship was in peril.
The Disappearing Spoon by Sam Kean: Does your kid sing the Periodic Table song for the fun of it? This gives an fascinating account of how the periodic table came to be and just how interesting elements really are.
Spectacular Stories for Curious Kids by Jesse Sullivan: If you like “Weird but True” books, this one is filled with short stories that will fascinate you about little known science facts!
We hope you enjoy these 6 nonfiction books. Drop a note in the comments below to share some of your favorite nonfiction science books too. Happy science reading! 🤗
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