Seymour Simon

  • 119

    Catalog books

  • 104

    Works

  • 1975 to 2017

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Seymour Simon writes clear, picture-driven science books for young readers. His titles here range from human anatomy—Bones, Muscles, The Brain—to weather and space—Hurricanes and Neptune—each pairing concise text with vivid photos or illustrations to explain complex subjects in accessible, age-appropriate terms.

Simon also blends science with storytelling, as in The Gigantic Ants, where a detective-style plot introduces scientific observation and inquiry. Baby Animals continues his focus on early learners, offering simple facts and bright images that invite curiosity and hands-on exploration.

Best Place To Start

Cats

Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2004 • quick commitment

It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Clear, hands-on science books for kids • Simple explanations of bodies, weather, and space • Bright photos and diagrams • Early-reader friendly nonfiction

Genres and themes: Children's science • STEM basics • Nature and the human body • Early readers

Who this author is best for: Great for young readers curious about how the body, weather, and planets work, and for adults seeking straightforward, photo-rich explanations to share.

Browse short, topic-focused titles (about 30 pages) to match a child's interest or attention span.

Top Books To Start With

  1. Cats

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2004 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2004 • 40 pages.

  2. Wildfires

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 32 pages.

  3. The Brain (Mulberry Books)

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 32 pages.

  4. The Heart (Mulberry Books)

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1999 • quick commitment

    You want real photographs of a human heart alongside simple explanations | You need a short classroom-friendly anatomy r…

  5. The Time Machine: And Other Cases (Einstein Anderson, Science Detective)

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 74 pages.

  6. The Wings of Darkness and Other Cases

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 75 pages.

  7. Bones

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1998 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1998 • 32 pages.

  8. Comets, Meteors, and Asteroids

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1998 • quick commitment

    You enjoy Seymour Simon’s kid-focused science voice and clear explanations | You want a picture-driven introduction to c…

  9. Now You See It, Now You Don't: The Amazing World of Optical Illusions

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1998 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1998 • 64 pages.

  10. The Invisible Man: And Other Cases (Einstein Anderson, Science Detective)

    Harpercollins Childrens Books • 1998 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1998 • 88 pages.

How The Picks Compare

  • Wildfires is the easier short commitment, while Cats asks for more reading time up front.
  • Wildfires gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while Cats leans later in the catalog.

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