Top Books for Kids: British Science Week Edition
As British Science Week is quickly approaching we thought we'd suggest some picture books to share with your class.
What is British Science Week?
It is a 10 day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths. The theme for 2025 is change and adapt. So, in our list, we have suggested some books for British Science Week that you might like to share.
Women in Science, 50 Fearless Pioneers who Changed the World
Ages: 9-11 years
Women in Science focusses on a range of women who have made pioneering changes in science, engineering, maths and technology. The women it profiles ranges from those who are well known, like Marie Curie, to lesser known like Katherine Johnson.
Little People, Big Dreams, Charles Darwin
By Maria Sánchez Vegara and Mark Hoffman
Ages: 6-8 years old
We love the Little People Big Dreams books, which are biographies of famous people. As Charles Darwin is known for his contributions to evolutionary biology, it's very in keeping with the adapt and change theme for British Science Week.
Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species
Ages: 9- 12 (Used this with a Year 6 class)
In this book, Sabina Radeva retells Charles Darwin's Origin of Species in a child friendly way. We had this book in the school library but mainly used it with Year 6 pupils, if they were interested in finding out more about evolution.
The Big Book of Blooms
By Yuval Zommer
Ages 5-7+
The Big Book of Blooms by Yuval Zommer introduces children to a range of different plants from around the world. It explains the life cycle of plants, the anatomy of plants and different animal pollinators. Not only that but it also answers intriguing questions - for example, what does a venus fly trap eat? It also gives children an understanding of poisonous and carnivorous plants.
Insectarium
By Dave Goulson and Emily CarterÂ
Ages 9-11+
This fascinating book explains how insects have evolved into what they are together. It explains how they defend themselves and how they work together. It also helps children to understand the impact that they have on the world. Children will have the chance to learn about a wide range of insects, including the demoiselle and the gigantic goliath beetle!
This book is part of the Welcome to the Museum series - there are other titles such as Oceanarium, Animalium and even Dinosaurium!
Super Powered Animals
By Soledad Romero Mariño and Sonia Pulido
Ages 7-11+
This is a great book to share with children for British Science Week. It focusses on animals that have evolved, some even being able to create chemical formulas. Some of these animals will be easily recognised by the children too!
The Mysteries of the Universe
By Will Gater
Ages - 6-9+ years
No booklist for British Science Week would be complete, without a book about space. This encyclopedia is packed with information about black holes, galaxes, planets and asteroids. It really gives children a sense of how immense space is.
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