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STAY CURIOUS AND KEEP EXPLORING: NEXT LEVEL

Emily Calandrelli

A compilation of family-friendly experiments. (Ages 9 to 12)

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? The book is written for middle-grade readers, focusing on scientific curiosity and DIY experiments that are age-appropriate and safely curated for children interested in STEM. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character1/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • Products & advertising1/5

Strongest positives

  • Educational value5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal mention of common materials for experiments, no pushy branding.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

No themes of death.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

No scary themes or content.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages the 'courage' to be curious, ask questions, and fail during experiments.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Explicitly designed to inspire creative problem solving and active scientific experimentation.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Includes a welcoming tone that encourages all types of kids to explore science.

Educational value5/5
Why this rating?

Centrally focused on teaching STEM concepts through accessible text and activities.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Promotes kindness through encouraging open-mindedness and shared exploration.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strongly encourages curiosity, asking questions, learning from mistakes, and exploring how the world works.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes the author as a positive, intelligent advocate for STEM and curiosity.

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  1. What is one new thing you learned or became curious about?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in STAY CURIOUS AND KEEP EXPLORING: NEXT LEVEL would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in STAY CURIOUS AND KEEP EXPLORING: NEXT LEVEL, and what caused that change?
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