Best Children's Mystery & Wonders Books of 2025

National Geographic Kids presents "5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!)," an information-packed book for kids filled with fascinating facts about a variety of topics. With over 1,200 colorful photographs and fun illustrations, this book is organized into two-page spreads that make it easy and enjoyable to read. From chocolate to robots and sports to spies, this book covers a wide range of subjects that will capture the attention of young readers. The book is a must-have for kids who love learning and exploring the world around them.

This I Know: Seeing God in the World He Made is a delightful children's book that explores the beauty and power of God's creation. The book takes readers on a road trip, showcasing how nature reveals the character of God. The illustrations are stunning, and the rhyming text is engaging for both children and adults. The book also includes hidden Bible verses and the text of the beloved hymn, Jesus Loves Me. Overall, this book is a wonderful addition to any family's library, and a great way to introduce children to the wonder and majesty of God's creation.

The National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Why is an interactive children's book that encourages preschoolers to ask big questions and explore their world. With an engaging question-and-answer format, the book covers a range of topics from how cars work to what doctors see in your throat. The book includes hands-on games, simple recipes, and crafts, making it a fun and educational resource for parents and children to enjoy together. Highly photographic and playful, this book is a great way to foster learning and curiosity in young children.

National Geographic Kids Why?: Over 1,111 Answers to Everything is an excellent book for children who are curious about the world around them. The book is divided into chapters, covering a wide range of topics, from the human body to the deepest part of the ocean. Each chapter provides expert information in a fun and entertaining format that will keep kids engaged and learning. The book also includes interesting extra information such as top ten lists and cool activities. The text is written with a lively vocabulary that challenges kids' reading levels. Overall, this book is a great addition to any child's library and an excellent resource for parents and teachers.

The Weird But True World 2023 is an annual compendium of everything weird, wacky, and wonderful on planet Earth. National Geographic Kids takes readers on a journey across the seven continents, diving into the ocean and even blasting off into space to discover a whole wide world of weird. The book is perfect for young adventurers willing to embrace the quirky side of life. It features stunning photographs, weird news, shocking stats and infographics, colorful maps, personality quizzes, adorable odd animals, and more. This book is a must-read for fans of Weird But True!, Atlas Obscura, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, and Guinness World Records.

Who Would Win?: Ultimate Showdown is a five-book bind-up of the popular Who Would Win? series, featuring exciting matchups between dangerous animals. Kids will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more, before comparing and contrasting the battling pairs and discovering the winner. This nonfiction collection is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans. The author, Jerry Pallotta, combines interesting facts, detailed research, humor, and realistic illustrations to mesmerize countless children across the United States. Overall, this book is an excellent choice for children who love animals and enjoy learning about their behaviors and anatomy.

Super Interesting Facts For Smart Kids: 1272 Fun Facts About Science, Animals, Earth and Everything in Between is a must-have for inquisitive young minds. With 1272 fascinating facts, readers can explore the world in detail, from space and history to words and language. The book is divided into themed sections, making it easy to navigate and capture the attention of even the smartest kids. The final Pot Luck section covers a wide range of topics, including dance, business, fashion, and technology. This book is a fantastic addition to any child’s library, offering endless entertainment and knowledge.

The Official Harry Potter Baking Book is a must-have for every Harry Potter fan who loves to bake. This cookbook is filled with over 40 recipes inspired by the films, including Pumpkin Patch Pies, Luna's Spectrespecs Cookies, and Hogwarts Gingerbread. The book also offers nutritional and dietary information, making it suitable for everyone, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan eaters. With its eye-catching photography and movie stills, this cookbook is perfect for themed parties and Harry Potter fans. Overall, this cookbook is a delightful addition to any kitchen, and its unique Harry Potter theme makes it stand out from other baking books.

The book "5,000 Awesome Facts About Animals" is a captivating collection of unusual and fascinating animal facts. From a grizzly bear's strong bite to a breed of dog that yodels, this book explores the peculiarities of the animal kingdom. With vibrant photography and an eye-catching design, it's perfect for both casual browsers and fact-obsessed readers. The book is authored by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS, a brand that inspires young adventurers to explore the world through its magazines, books, website, and more. Overall, this book is an excellent addition to any children's mammal book collection, providing a unique and engaging way to learn about the animal world.

This board book is a perfect introduction to outer space for toddlers. With bright and cheerful illustrations, "Hello, World! Solar System" teaches young children about the sun, moon, stars, and planets in a fun and easy way. The book provides simple facts, shapes, and sizes of celestial bodies. It also offers prompts to engage with your child and make learning more interactive. The author, Jill McDonald, has created a lively and colorful artwork that will capture the attention of kids and adults alike. Overall, "Hello, World! Solar System" is an excellent addition to children's astronomy books, and it's perfect for parents who want to introduce their little ones to the wonders of space.