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Are you looking for something to do this summer? Try one of the books on this list to keep yourself occupied. Titles are recommended for children in grades 4-6.

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  • Dr. Kate Biberdorf uncovers the world of chemistry beneath our everyday cooking, providing a wide variety of food experiments for you to try (and learn!) at home. With 25 different edible, kid-friendly experiments, this book is an exciting and…
    Book, 2021New York : Philomel Books, 2021, ©2021. — J 507. 8 BIB
  • Be a Creative Changemaker

    a Kids' Art Activity Book : Inspired by the Amazing Life Stories of Diverse Artists From Around the World

    Liz, Paula,
    Be inspired by artists throughout history! This book highlights a diverse range of artists all the way from Ancient Egypt to the present day. Many of the artists are people of colour and all of them do, or did, challenge the status quo throughout…
    Book, 2024Beverly, Massachusetts : Rockport, 2024, ©2024. — J 700. 922 LIZ
  • In Become a Chess Champion we meet the complete cast of chess characters – including the cheeky pawn, the jumping knight and the speedy bishop, before moving on to an introduction of the game itself. Chess is cheap, portable, can be played indoors…
    Book, 2024New York : Neon Squid, 2024, ©2024. — J 794. 1 CAN
  • Dig In!

    12 Easy Gardening Projects Using Kitchen Scraps

    Cornell, Kari A.,
    “Wait! Don’t throw that away.” This book shows how food scraps such as the end of a lettuce, can be regrown to produce more food. Other chapters cover growing fruit, vegetables, and herbs from cuttings, harvested seeds, tubers, and more. All of…
    Book, 2018Minneapolis, Minnesota : Millbrook Press, 2018, ©2018. — J 635 COR
  • Drawing Is...

    Your Guide to Scribbled Adventures

    Haidle, Elizabeth, 1974-
    Acclaimed author and artist Elizabeth Haidle leads young readers through an engaging, exploratory and exciting drawing adventure. Filled with artistic prompts and exercises, and perfect for any skill level, Drawing Is... is for anyone who wants to…
    Book, 2025[Toronto, Ontario] : Tundra, 2025, ©2025. — J 741. 2 HAI
  • Family Fun Night

    365+ Great Nights With Your Kids

    Copeland, Cynthia L.,
    Want to have some family fun without screens? Grab this book for ideas for games, twists on games, activities, and even recipes for a family game night that is a blast for the whole family. Ages 6 - 12.
    Book, 2023Nashville, Tennessee : Cider Mill Press Book Publishers, 2023, ©2023. — J 790. 191 COP 2023
  • Forest Magic for Kids

    How to Find Fairies, Make a Secret Fort, and Cook Up An Elfin Picnic

    Spikol, Susie,
    Written by a naturalist at the Harris Centre for Conservation Education, this book will give you an enchanted guide to discovering the magic in any forest. You can make teas or potions, make a secret notebook, an carve a wizard staff. Ages 8-12.
    Book, 2025Kaysville, Utah : Gibbs Smith, 2025, ©2025. — J 796. 5 SPI
  • Fun Tastic

    the Can't-put-it-down, Need-it-now Kids Activity Book

    Kingloff, Amanda,
    Say goodbye to boredom with 175 screen-free activites to keep kids entertained. From building a blanket fort and bird watching, to building and running a lemonade stand there are a lot of ideas to keep kids occupied. Ages 8 –12.
    Book, 2024New York : Hearst Home, 2024, ©2024. — J 790. 1922 KIN
  • How to Be a Color Wizard

    Forage and Experiment With Natural Art Making

    Logan, Jason,
    If you're into making potions or using what's around you - either the back of the fridge or your back yard. How to be a Color Wizard by Jason Logan can help guide you in making natural confetti, paintbrushes, and make your own colours to use to make…
    Book, 2024Somerville, Massachusetts : MIT Kids Press, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2024, ©2024. — J 667. 26 LOG
  • How to Build Everything

    Ideas for More Than 200 Models

    Dolan, Hannah,
    With more than 200 cool build ideas, How to Build Everything contains the best selection of model ideas across the DK How to Build LEGO series. Whether you are a new builder or a more experienced builder, this LEGO title has something fantastic and…
    Book, 2025New York : DK Publishing, 2025, ©2025. — J 688. 725 DOL
  • A Kid's Guide to Tabletop RPGs

    Exploring Dice, Game Systems, Roleplaying, and More!

    Hicks, Gabriel,
    Tabletop RPGs like Dungeons and Dragons have exploded in popularity over the last few years, but how does one get started or even choose a TTRPG? This guide is a quick introduction for kids to get familiar with TTRPGS and how to even design your…
    Book, 2023Philadelphia, Pennsylvania : RP Kids, 2023, ©2023. — J 793. 93 HIC
  • Are you ready to make your next favourite game out of paper? This book is filled with lots of origami puzzles and games. Several of the projects combine together to make different components of one game. There is an introduction that shows basic…
    Book, 2017New York : Enslow Publishing, 2017, ©2017. — J 736. 982 BUT
  • Outdoor Activity Lab

    Exciting STEM Projects for Budding Scientists

    Challoner, Jack,
    There are 25 projects for kids to do outside with easy to find materials and clear instructions. Make giant bubbles, a water rocket, or your own barometer among other projects. Ages 9 - 12.
    Book, 2025New York : DK Publishing, 2025, ©2025. — J 507. 8 CHA 2025
  • The Science Spell Book

    Magical Experiments for Kids

    Florance, Cara,
    Lean into the real-life magic of science with 25 different activities that are educational and whimsical, all at once! Written by a biochemist and with experiments ranging from physics, chemistry, to biology, there is something for every kid that…
    Book, 2022Naperville, Illinois : Sourcebooks eXplore, 2022, ©2022. — J 507. 8 FLO