8 Educational Books For Kids That Will Make Them Smarter

We love books, and more than that, we love educational books for kids! Children are sponges when it comes to soaking up all the information available for them to learn. The topics that they come across on a daily basis only seem to grow more and more complicated as they get older. As parents, we have the ability to be able to learn with them, be engaged with them and be active in their learning interests.

As children grow, so does their thirst for knowledge. By nature, they have inquisitive minds! Think of the times that you have been able to see your children learn and understand a new concept. Each and every day, they are growing in their development of emotions, social skills and intellect. You have a part in that. You have helped craft their drive to learn, and as a parent, you have the ability to continue to support that desire and drive. Being supportive is important, but so is being engaged.

Learn with them, grow with them and interact with them and their educational growth. A great way to work together, and learn together, is by reading together. Reading opens so many doors to facts and also the land of imagination!

While it is important for children to read books on their own independently, reading together is also a fantastic way to bond.

8 Educational Books For Kids To Add To Your Homeschool Library 

Who Was?

These books are so unique and informative. You can purchase individual books, or as a set. They are biographies covering facts and information about important people in our history. Books about Dr. Seuss, Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Anne Frank and Charles Darwin, to name a few. Don’t forget about the music legends, The Beetles! Books are recommended for grade level 3-7, but when reading together, that can vary based on your household. Amazon sells them individually so you can pick out certain ones that you want to read and study together, one at a time. Get ready to have an awesome refresher course and learn some new facts along the way as well!

Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs: The Definitive Pop Up.

Not only is this book full of fun and interesting facts, it has some of the most beautiful pop-up pictures as well. It features the more popular well-known dinosaurs as well as lesser known ones, each page captivating with colors, pictures and information. Something to be learned on each and every page!

If I Were President.

An information, imaginative read for a younger child, likely between the ages of K-2nd grade. The book centers on 6 children with different backgrounds imagining what it would be like if they were president. It takes a dip into talking about some of the duties of the president such as speeches, law creation and day-to-day activities. It is more of a lighter read but is inspiring for children to think that they can reach for the stars.

National Geographic Kids Brain Games: The Mind-Blowing Science of Your Amazing Brain.

Fast, fun and interactive read! Together, explore the complexities of the brain and learn some fun facts along the way. It also offer brain challenges and fun activities to do together. Two heads are better than one, right?

Mistakes that Worked: 40 Familiar Inventions and How They Came to Be.

Do you have a child at home that is interested in how things get invented and created? This book may be the perfect fit for them! Recommended for 4th grade and up. Have fun together reading about the mishaps in life and how sometimes, mistakes happen but can still work out for the best!

When on Earth?

If your child is more of a visual learner, this may be the history book for them. Recommended for grades 6-9, the book is broken up into four sections of history: ancient, medieval, modern and 20/21st century. Unique and interesting way to introduce history with a different approach.

My First Human Body Book.

Searching for something Informative and interactive? This book is easy to read together, while having your child color in the pictures of the body on each page! Children will learn about bones, DNA and other interesting body facts!

Hidden Figures Young Reader Edition.

An amazing story of how four African-American women helped NASA, and themselves, while shaping the history of our country.

While these books don’t have to be read together…why not? Learning together is so much fun, plus it allows for open discussions during that time for any questions that your child may have. While these books are just suggestions, do your own research as well for age appropriateness and for other books that may be a great fit to read with your child. Sit aside some time, open a book and enjoy the journey of learning together.