My own interest in science was sparked repeatedly throughout my childhood through activities like completing building kits with my dad, scuba diving, and various Girl Scouts workshops. Now, I'm a ...

Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year’s best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life. Are you hoping to inspire a young reader in your life with ...

These simple, DIY science experiments for kids will help combat "summer slide" — and your kids will be having so much fun, they won't even notice that their brains are getting a workout. The best part ...

“What happened?” a detective asks his readers at the beginning of How to Be a Nature Detective (1958). Throughout the book, readers explore animal tracks and clues to help them solve mysteries like: ...

The unity of science and faith is a big topic these days: A major reason that many young people are disaffiliating from our churches is the supposed conflict between science and the faith … This “war” ...

It’s that time of the year when you’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science for the kids in your life. Ira talks with Mahnaz Dar, young readers’ editor at Kirkus ...