Book Review of The Ultimate Science Cookbook for Kids
The Children’s Book Review
The Ultimate Science Cookbook for Kids
Created by Highlights
Ages: 7+ | 160 Pages
Publisher: Highlights Press (2025) | ISBN-13: 978-1639623181
In this culinary arts meets scientific discovery book, Highlights has created a cookbook that transforms the kitchen into an engaging laboratory where young minds can explore, experiment, and eat their results.
The Ultimate Science Cookbook for Kids seamlessly weaves together 75+ carefully crafted recipes with fundamental STEM concepts, making science digestible—quite literally—for young learners. From constructing Marshmallow Meteorites to engineering Grape and Cheese Towers, each recipe serves as a hands-on experiment that teaches scientific principles while producing edible results. This cookbook doesn’t just tell kids what to do; it explains the “why” behind each step, encouraging critical thinking and scientific inquiry. The inclusion of an Edible, Exploding Volcano and other attention-grabbing projects demonstrates how the book balances educational value with pure entertainment.
Full-color photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions make complex concepts accessible, while the open-ended nature of many recipes invites creativity and experimentation. The presentation is masterfully executed, with a layout that speaks directly to young chefs and their adult supervisors; and the lay-flat binding is a practical touch that shows Highlights understands its audience’s needs. The science connections are written in an engaging, age-appropriate manner that never feels didactic, maintaining the fun spirit essential for young learners and ensuring their active engagement.
The Ultimate Science Cookbook for Kids belongs in the hands of curious kids who love to ask “why” and aren’t afraid to get their hands messy. It’s particularly valuable for educators and parents looking to integrate STEM learning into everyday activities and families wanting to create meaningful kitchen experiences together. Whether used in a classroom setting or at home, this book promises to spark scientific curiosity while developing practical cooking skills—a rare combination that makes learning both natural and delicious.
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