Search this site

Science, Naturally! publishes award-winning, bilingual STEM books for kids. Trusted by educators, librarians, and homeschoolers. Free teacher’s guides available. PREORDER NOW Our Award-Winning Bestseller Coming Soon in Spanish Best sellers Mole and Tell Price $14.95 Las mujeres en la botánica Price $12.95 My First Science Textbook: Atoms Price $12.95 Las mujeres en la química Price $12.95 NEW RELEASE Este es el Mar / This Is the Ocean Price $16.95 Las mujeres en la física Price $12.95 Board Books All About Atoms Board Book Set Price $27.95 Las mujeres en la ingeniería Price $12.95 Las mujeres en la medicina Price $12.95 Women in Biology Price $12.95 Bilingual Gift Idea! Bilingual Science and Math Book Set / Conjunto de libros bilingües Price $24.95 Las mujeres en la biología Price $12.95 New Releases NEW RELEASE Este es el Mar / This Is the Ocean Price $16.95 A Family for Zoya: The True Story of an Endangered Cub Price $21.95 NEW RELEASE My Community Loves Me Price $11.95 Charrancito se lanza a volar Price $16.95 NEW RELEASE This Is the Ocean Price $16.95 NEW RELEASE C Is for Crime Scene: A Forensics A to Z Book Price $18.95 El super volcán: Un héroe oculto debajo del Parque Nacional de Yellowstone Price $18.95 Sparking Curiosity Through Reading 82 Titles 9 Languages 44 Awards Won Shop by Age Ages 0-4 Ages 2-7 Ages 4-7 Ages 7-10 Ages 8-12 Ages 10-14 Shop by Subject Animals & Nature Math Early STEM Health & Anatomy Conservation & Environmentalism Multilingual Learning Shop by Language Bilingual Spanish English Bengali Korean Haitian Creole Educational Resources TEACHER'S GUIDES TURN EVERY PAGE INTO A LESSON PLAN. Empower your classroom with comprehensive, easy-to-use guides. Transform stories into curriculum support with activities, discussion prompters, and expanded educational content. STEM ACTIVITIES BUST CLASSROOM BOREDOM. Keep students plugged in with quick, curiosity-driven games and activities. Engage students through fun experiments and computer games teaching the mathmatical and scientific concepts in our books. NATIONAL SCIENCE ARTICULATIONS BUILD STRONG READING & RESEARCH. Bridge the gap between literacy and inquiry with National Standard alignments, as adhered to by many of our books. Further information on the standards per book can be found on our website. NATIONAL MATH ARTICULATIONS GUIDE THE LOGIC OF LITERACY. Integrate math logic into reading time with National Standard alignments, as adhered to by many of our books. Further information on the standards per book can be found on our website. Selected Awards "These books encourage a lifetime of curiosity about the world around us!" Julie Edmonds, PhD, Carnegie Academy for Science Education Check Out Our Blog 1 2 3 4 5

Women In Physics Featured in STEM Magazine APRIL 15, 2021 Women in Physics, the third book in the Science Wide Open series, has a 10-page feature in April 2021 issue of STEM Magazine! Check out the magazine to read more about the book and about the pioneering physicists. About STEM Magazine

Condensations of award-winning science and math resources for early childhood, elementary, and middle school students. Condensations On this page you can find condensed versions of all of our books. Click on the images below to view each Condensation.

The 7 Ways Cats Communicate Written by Stevie Nault Designed by Stevie Nault Edited by Eileen M. Halpin October 29th is National Cat Day, the purr-fect day to spend with and celebrate our feline friends! Whether your cat spends the day curled up in your lap, following you from room to room, ignoring your presence until dinnertime, or leaving you surprise gifts at your door, there are plenty of ways cats say, “I love you!” Cats may not speak our language, but there are many ways that they communicate – like body language, sounds, and behavior. Learning and recognizing these signals can help us better understand our furry companions. Let’s explore seven ways cats show us affection! Chirping: Your Cat’s Conversation Starter Have you ever heard your cat make a short, high-pitched sound that is almost birdlike? Cats sometimes trill or chirp when greeting familiar faces, getting excited, or reacting to something that grabs their attention. These little vocalizations are gentle reminders that cats have their own ways of communicating, and it’s important to listen! Gentle Purring: More Than A Happy Sound Do you recognize that familiar rumbling? Cats often purr when they feel relaxed and content, such as when they are curled up against your chest. However, they can also purr when feeling unsafe or uncomfortable, so it’s crucial to keep an eye on their body language, too. Straight Tails: A Happy Hello! A cat’s tail is an expressive extension of how they might be feeling. When a cat’s tail is held in an “upright” position, this often signals a friendly greeting or a positive social interaction. Some cats approach their favorite people with these expressive tails announcing, “Hello! I’m so happy that you’re here.” Curved or Curly Tails: Curious-Minded Cats Their tails aren’t just used for balance. A tail’s position matters; it can help communicate their mood and intention. Gently curved tails could mean that your cat is relaxed or ready for friendly interaction, but other tail shapes can mean something entirely different. When your cat discovers something new or interesting, keep an eye out for their posture; their eyes, tails, and overall stance could be telling you something critical! Swishing Tails: What’s on Your Cats Mind? A swishing tail can be a meow-velous indicator of what your cat might be feeling. Unlike dogs, who wag their tails to express happiness, cats may swish, flick, shiver, or shake their tails to express frustration, excitement, focus, or overstimulation. If your cat’s tail begins to switch back and forth, it may be time to step back and give your furry friend some space. Crouched Cats: Get Ready to Play! Ever noticed your cat in a crouched position, watching something (or you!) and wriggling their furry butts in the air? A crouched posture like this often signals a cat’s playful behavior! Cats use their bodies to express excitement, curiosity, and their readiness to get moving. Next time your cat crouches down, get ready to play! Curling Up or Away: Either Way Your Cat Needs Space Body language is just as important as vocal communication. A cat that curls into a tight posture, retreats, or seeks a hiding place may be feeling nervous or overwhelmed. It is best to give your cat space instead of forcing an interaction – giving your cat a moment to breathe can help it feel safer and more comfortable. Respecting your cats’ signals is an important part of bonding and building trust. After all, caring for your cat means listening to what they have to say. About Cat Communication Cats communicate in all sorts of ways that we might never fully understand. While no two cats are alike, it’s important to recognize the signs when we can! While one cat might show affection through cuddles and snuggles, another one might prefer to just sit next to you and relax. The key is to pay attention to your cat’s unique body language and personality. Want to learn more about how cats communicate their love? Celebrate National Cat Day with How Cats Say I Love You, authored by Guy Brown and published by Science, Naturally! It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore these special connections and the science behind our feline friends. Happy National Cat Day from Science, Naturally! This October 29th, spend a little extra time appreciating your furry companion. Give them a special treat, offer them their favorite toys, or simply enjoy sharing their space with them. You might discover something new! Because saying “I love you” doesn’t always have to be words. Happy National Cat Day!

Written by Eileen M. Halpin Designed by Eileen M. Halpin Edited by Stevie Nault Literacy is more than reading a book at bedtime; it’s the lens through which children make sense of the world. STEM literacy bridges the gap between language and discovery. When young readers dive into books about biology, mathematics, chemistry, and ecology, they aren’t just decoding words on a page. They are practicing critical thinking, building technical vocabulary, and learning to ask one of the most powerful questions in human history: Why? At Science, Naturally!, our mission is to make science and math engaging, accessible, and fun for readers of all ages. To help you celebrate National Literacy Month, here are four reading pathways to build curious and confident readers. Early Childhood Literacy Early exposure to scientific vocabulary (like mammal, habitat, and adaptation) builds strong language foundations fosters empathy for living creatures. Literacy development begins long before a child enters a formal classroom. For toddlers and early elementary readers, nonfiction picture books tap into a child’s natural fascination with the physical world and the animal kingdom. The first title of The Beginnings Collection, If My Mom Were a Platypus, takes young readers on a global journey through the birth and growth of 14 different mammals. By comparing how human babies and animal infants survive, eat, and grow, children learn key biological concepts alongside essential reading comprehension skills. Nurture curiosity from the beginning with titles like Babies Nurse, Cuddled and Carried, A Family for Zoya, My Community Loves Me, and This is How I Grow. Bilingual Literacy Dual-language nonfiction strengthens language development and allows bilingual families and dual-immersion classrooms to explore environmental science together. Reading in more than one language supports cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, and cultural understanding. Dual-language nonfiction strengthens language development and allows bilingual families and dual-immersion classrooms to explore environmental science together. Our Bilingual reversible titles take a unique approach to dual-language reading: one side presents the complete story in English, and when flipped over, the book tells the story in Spanish. This Is the Sun / Este es el sol introduces young readers to fundamental energy cycles and the vital role sunlight plays in sustaining life on Earth through clear, accessible parallel narratives. By pairing bicultural literacy with foundational earth science, these reversible books empower young learners to communicate fluently about the natural world in two languages. Expand your dual-language library with additional reversible titles like This Is the Ocean / Este es el océano and Tiny Tern Takes Flight / El charrancito toma vuelo. Historical Literacy Narrative non-fiction teaches chronological sequencing, cause-and-effect structure, and historical context while showing kids that anyone can be a scientist. Biographies and narrative non-fiction are essential tools for developing reading stamina in growing readers. The Science Wide Open series pairs vivid storytelling with rigorous scientific history. These books introduce children to groundbreaking female scientists throughout history—many of whom overcame immense societal barriers to change the world. By framing scientific milestones through human stories, we inspire the next generation of thinkers. In Women in Medicine, readers explore the inspiring lives of female trailblazers who transformed healthcare, cured diseases, and saved millions of lives throughout history. By framing medical breakthroughs through human stories, young readers connect emotionally with historical achievements and see themselves as capable of changing the world. Continue exploring history and discovery with companion titles like Women in Biology, Women in Chemistry, Women in Physics, Women in Engineering, Women in Botany, and the Women in STEM Coloring Books. Critical Thinking Literacy Solving literary puzzles directly strengthens inference skills, critical analysis, and close-reading strategies—key components of advanced reading comprehension skills. For upper elementary and middle-school readers (especially reluctant readers) long blocks of text can feel intimidating. The One Minute Mysteries series offers an engaging alternative by turning reading into an interactive game. In One Minute Mysteries: 65 Short Mysteries You Solve With Math, each quick puzzle challenges readers to use clues hidden within a 150-word story to solve a real-world problem. Students must pay close attention to detail, evaluate evidence, and apply deductive logic to crack the case. Keep brainteasers going with 65 Short Mysteries You Solve With Science! and 65 More Short Mysteries You Solve With Science!. Bring STEM Literacy to Your Home or Classroom Literacy isn't just about learning how to read; it’s about using reading as a tool to explore the world. This National Literacy Month, step beyond traditional fiction and give your young readers books that spark lifelong curiosity. Ready to start exploring?

Written by Kit Jones-Painter Designed by Kit Jones-Painter Edited by Eileen M. Halpin, Faith Lustig, and Chloe Sutton It’s that time again! The school year is kicking into gear. It’s time to load fresh notebooks into backpacks, clean-out lunch boxes, and set those early morning alarms. It can be a stressful time for the whole family as that first day of school looms ever-closer on the horizon. But it doesn’t have to be! Ease the transition between summer fun and school focus by reading books that excite your kids about learning. Luckily, those are the kinds of books we specialize in at Science, Naturally! Encourage a passion for learning with any of these back-to-school reads for your youngster. Keep reading to see three highlights from our catalog, all of which have received awards and stellar reviews from Reader Views. Women in Botany This title is part of the Science Wide Open series by Mary Wissinger covering trailblazing women throughout history that have made an impact in the STEM field. It is a fantastic and impactful collection of six books featuring women from across the globe who contributed to various fields of science. It’s a great blend of accessible science education, history, and female empowerment for a diverse audience. Women in Botany traces how a single seed can flourish into a world of difference. Likewise, the minds of young readers will flourish with a passion for plants. The beauty of the message is that it is straightforward, accessible, and inspiring—“the ecosystem has many moving parts that have to work efficiently and effectively to benefit those who depend on it.” And we are one part of that ecosystem! After reading, your kids will be prepped to participate in the ecosystem like a botanist following the path paved by a long history of women. Not only is this book educational, but it inspires young girls everywhere to chase their STEM dreams. As Reader Views put it, “the impact that this book will have on girls who read it can’t be underestimated. Anyone, however, can marvel at how they used their intelligence, skills, and talents to change botany forever.” How Do You See the World? Chances are, you’ve met someone who needs glasses to see. Maybe that person is you! A good chunk of the world’s population has some sort of vision impairment—roughly 2.2 billion people globally, according to 2026 WHO statistics. How Do You See the World gives readers the chance to view the world through fresh eyes, as author Noureddine Melikechi teaches readers about the various conditions that impair vision, with visual representations illustrated by Michelle Simpson. Big words like astigmatism and myopia are made approachable through kid-friendly definitions and colorful illustrations. By the end, readers will be optometrists in the making. Due to its educational content, Reader Views reports that they can “easily see this book being used in school curriculum or even a doctor’s office to help children better understand their own eye health.” But it’s no sterile textbook. “Michelle Simpson’s illustrations help make this learning journey evocative at every twist and turn, providing clear and easy visuals for how someone with eye issues such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness, etc., might see the world.” This is explored through a blurry left-side page and a corrected right-side page viewed through a pair of glasses, normalizing glasses as a corrective aid. Between the educational content and the artwork, How Do You See the World is “an excellent book and strikes a great balance of attention-grabbing and educational.” This makes it the perfect book to kick off a semester of curiosity and learning. Tiny Tern Takes Flight Going back to school can be scary, but Tiny Tern Takes Flight transforms the prospect of a daunting task into a terrific adventure. By witnessing a young tern who makes the journey to the arctic for the very first time, little ones will be inspired to return to a new class through a surprisingly relatable story. Author Donna B. McKinley follows this resilient bird on an extraordinary tale, which flies from pole to pole and back again every year seeking warmth and food, making it the longest migration of any animal. Tiny Tern’s tale is rich with emotion and courage. “The journey is arduous, filled with moments of tension and resilience, but it’s also a story of triumph—showing the power of perseverance and the incredible strength found in even the smallest creatures.” Fiona Osbaldstone’s illustrations add “exquisite detail and a sense of wonder” that pulls readers in and helps them “feel the wind under Tiny Tern’s wings and the determination pushing it forward.” And of course, it has wonderful educational value as well. McKinely sprinkles “fascinating facts into the story… These nuggets of science are blended seamlessly, offering a gentle introduction to STEM concepts like biology and migration.” Reader Views says it best: “Tiny Tern’s incredible feat of endurance is inspiring, and highlights the resilience, determination and the beauty in our natural world. If you’re looking for a story that combines adventure, heart, and science, ‘Tiny Tern Takes Flight’ is a must-read.” Readers of all ages can close the book with the confidence that they, too, can overcome the trials of a new season. If Tiny Tern can fly across the world, then kids can ace the next grade, no sweat! From the soil, to the skies, to our own human eyes, natural wonders abound! Nothing inspires the spirit of discovery like a good book, and these are three excellent ones to gear up for the new school year. Whether your kiddo is fascinated by plants, animals, or anatomy, these books will encourage curiosity, expand knowledge, and empower readers to explore the vast world we live in. And if none of those topics catch your eye, never fear. There’s a wide variety of STEM topics, many more of which can be found in the rest of our Science, Naturally! catalog. We have something for everyone. By the time you turn the last page, your child will be ready to tackle the new school year like the budding scientist they are.