Unique Workbooks To Capture Every Kid’s Attention
My children’s interests range far and wide and can change at a moment’s notice. They’ll become obsessed with a topic and dive deep into it for several weeks before moving on to something else. They might want to expand on a topic they covered in school or take on a passion project like hand lettering. I’m always on board with learning new things and helping them explore their interests, so I keep my eye out for unique workbooks that they’ll enjoy. Whether your kid is fascinated by rocks and minerals or you want a fun workbook to supplement what they learn at school, here are 18 titles to explore. This list originally appeared on ReadBrightly.com.
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Add to BookshelfThe Incredible Math Games Book
by DK
Who says learning math has to be boring? With this exciting book filled with math games, kids will have a blast while reinforcing the concepts they learn in school. With full-color games, flaps to lift, and plenty of math-related fun, it’s the perfect book to occupy kids after school, on road trips, or during a rainy day.
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Destroy This Book in the Name of Science! Brainiac Edition
by Mike Barfield
Get ready for some hands-on fun! This unique workbook is perfect for curious kids that love science and art projects. They’ll get to cut, color, glue, build, and experiment to their heart’s content. They’ll spend hours working on exciting projects that teach STEM concepts at the same time.
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How To Be A Fashion Designer
by Lesley Ware
Budding fashionistas will be thrilled to get their hands on this informative and interactive workbook. They’ll learn how to tap into their creativity to design clothing, accessories, and outfits using their surroundings as inspiration. It’s perfect for any child that wants to be a future fashion designer.
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Official Minecraft Workbook: Grade 3
by Random House
Minecraft fans will eagerly dive into this workbook filled with fun activities, games, challenges, and missions. Kids will learn about age-appropriate mathematics, reading, and vocabulary alongside their favorite Minecraft characters. Check out the rest of this series for workbooks centering on other grades.
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Who Was? Workbook: Summer Activities
by Catherine Nichols
Young learners can test their knowledge about their favorite historical figures with this interactive workbook that aligns with Common Core Standards. Kids will read passages about fascinating people, answer questions, and complete the writing prompts. They will also enjoy doing the crossword, word search, and fill-in-the-blank puzzles included in the book.
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Calm: Mindfulness for Kids
by Wynne Kinder
Now more than ever, kids need to learn mindfulness, and this book shows them how. With activities, exercises, and a journal to help children deal with their emotions, it’s a must-have for any new school year.
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Gail Gibbons’ From Seed to Plant Workbook
by Gail Gibbons
This workbook helps young botanists learn how to grow a bean plant. Children will learn about pollinators, plant anatomy, and life cycles with step-by-step instructions and reading and writing activities. Kids will even earn a Young Botanist Certificate at the end.
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Print Handwriting Practice for Kids 8-12
by Spruce Books
Who says handwriting has to be boring and repetitive? With this informative workbook, kids can learn 250 high-interest facts while practicing this valuable skill. Not only will their handwriting become more legible, but they will also discover that a shrimp’s heart is located in its head, and pineapples take two years to grow.
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The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Dinosaurs
by DK
You can’t go wrong with this interactive workbook about dinosaurs. Kids will learn facts about their favorite dinos while completing quizzes, activities, puzzles, and doodles. It’s a must-have for every young dinosaur enthusiast!
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Jumbo Pad of Number Puzzles
created by Highlights
The best way to help kids remember their math facts is to have them practice. This jumbo-sized workbook is jam-packed with number puzzles, including mazes, codes, and logic. Your kids will have so much fun with these puzzles that they won’t realize they’re learning math at the same time.
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Molly and the Mathematical Mysteries
by Eugenia Cheng
This short book isn’t your traditional workbook. Instead, it’s a collection of (very) short adventures that illustrate math concepts to children in an imaginative way. With flaps to lift and big ideas that challenge kids’ thinking about math, this is an excellent book to read together.
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10-Minute Space Activities
by Helen Hughes
Aspiring astronauts and young space enthusiasts will love completing the puzzles, coloring pages, and crafts included in this book. With stickers, stencils, and punch-out activities, there are enough 10-minute activities to engage every child.
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Sticker Encyclopedia Sharks
by DK
This sticker encyclopedia allows shark-loving kids to dive into their favorite topic. Young marine enthusiasts can learn about 50 shark species through interactive and playful activities. With over 600 stickers included, kids can spend hours poring over the pages. The rest of the Sticker Encyclopedias series covers topics such as trucks, national parks, and baby animals.
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The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Human Body
by DK
The human body is fascinating, and kids will learn the ins and outs of how it works with this interactive workbook. It’s an excellent choice for aspiring doctors or kids interested in learning more about their bodies.
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Mad Libs Workbook: Summer Activities
by Catherine Nichols and Mad Libs
My kids will eagerly dive into any Mad Libs book I hand them, and this summer workbook is the perfect way to keep their minds sharp. It’s filled with fun games and activities to refresh their phonics, spelling, comprehension, and vocabulary knowledge.
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The Coding Workbook
by Sam Taylor
Does your child want to learn how to build a website? With just a pencil, kids can learn the basics of HTML and CSS as they work through the lessons in this book. It’s the perfect way to introduce a young web designer to the way websites work and the code that goes into creating them.
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The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Rocks and Minerals
by DK
My kids obsess over rocks and minerals. Their favorite field trip was when their school brought in a gem mining experience, and they got to mine for pretty stones. This workbook is perfect for gem lovers and rock enthusiasts. They’ll need no encouragement to complete this book’s activities, puzzles, and quizzes.
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The Story Pirates Present: Digging Up Danger
by Story Pirates
This book is one of the most unique workbooks on this list because it’s two books in one. The first half is a mystery novel about the daughter of two scientists who spends her summer hunting ghosts. And the second half is a guide to help children write their own mystery story. Inspired by a real kid’s story, this Story Pirates book is a fantastic tool for young authors.
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