Top-rated books by Dr. Paul E. Blackwood
Rocks and minerals
Age: 7-12
Books like Dr. Paul E. Blackwood’s
Award winning
Lift the Flap Periodic Table
Alice James, Shaw Nielsen, 2023
16 pages
Why to read
Interactive flaps make learning elements fun and engaging.
Boosts memory and recognition skills through repetitive learning.
Encourages curiosity about science and the natural world.
Ideal for hands-on learners and young explorers.

Lift the Flap Periodic Table
Alice James, Shaw Nielsen, 2023
Clouds: What's in the Sky?
Thomas K. Adamson, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Explores the fascinating world of clouds engagingly.
Enhances knowledge of weather and sky phenomena.
Encourages curiosity and scientific thinking in children.
Beautiful illustrations complementing educational content.

Clouds: What's in the Sky?
Thomas K. Adamson, 2024
Animals that Glow: Independent Reading Orange 6 Non-fiction
Katie Woolley, Claire McElfatrick (illustrator) Katie Woolley (author), 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating glowing animals, educational and fun.
Enhances knowledge in biology and natural sciences.
Encourages independent reading and learning.
Vivid illustrations captivate and educate young readers.

Animals that Glow: Independent Reading Orange 6 Non-fiction
Katie Woolley, Claire McElfatrick (illustrator) Katie Woolley (author), 2022
Obsessive About Octopuses
Owen Davey, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Dive deep into the underwater world of octopuses.
Stunning illustrations captivate and educate young readers.
Encourages curiosity about marine biology and ecosystems.
Supports science learning with engaging factual content.

Obsessive About Octopuses
Owen Davey, 2020
Mushrooms & Fungi for Kids: An Introduction to Mycology (Simple Introductions to Science)
Ariel Bonkoski, 2025
144 pages
Why to read
Fun facts plus bright illustrations.
Encourages safe outdoor science.
Hands-on experiments included.
Builds STEM vocabulary.

Mushrooms & Fungi for Kids: An Introduction to Mycology (Simple Introductions to Science)
Ariel Bonkoski, 2025
Award winning
Women in Botany (Science Wide Open)
Mary Wissinger, 2022
58 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about science and botany.
Highlights contributions of women in scientific fields.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of nature.
Engaging narrative that captivates young minds.

Women in Botany (Science Wide Open)
Mary Wissinger, 2022
Basher Science: The Complete Periodic Table
Adrian Dingle, Dan Green, 2025
192 pages
Why to read
Makes chemistry funny and friendly.
Supports STEM school topics directly.
Great for quick, engaging reading.
Boosts memory with character design.

Basher Science: The Complete Periodic Table
Adrian Dingle, Dan Green, 2025
Volcanoes (My First Discoveries Paperback)
Sylvaine Peyrols, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
See inside a volcano—lift the page!
Engaging, age-appropriate earth science.
Global historical case studies.
Hands-on model activity included.

