Shake Things Up With an Earthquake Booklet for Kids

Introduce your students to the science of earthquakes with this printable earthquake booklet—a kid-friendly resource designed to build background knowledge and spark curiosity! This engaging earthquake booklet explains what earthquakes are, what causes them, and what kids can do to stay safe when one happens.

Perfect for science centers, guided reading groups, or whole-class instruction, this earthquake booklet for kids presents big scientific ideas using simple language, clear visuals, and age-appropriate facts.

Learn a Variety of Earthquake Facts for Kids

Our printable earthquake books for kids offer a perfect blend of reading and science! With eight easy-to-read pages, this nonfiction booklet helps second-grade students discover earthquake facts for kids, such as:

• what causes earthquakes, and how they affect the ground
• The types of destruction earthquakes can cause
• Simple ways families and communities can prepare for earthquakes

Each page features short paragraphs, bold vocabulary, and high-contrast images to help young learners build understanding with confidence.

Download and Print Your Earthquake Books for Kids

Ready to get started? Download your earthquake booklet as a printable PDF, print, and fold! Our earthquake books for kids print two pages per sheet and are ideal for independent reading, paired discussions, or interactive notebooks.

Downloading your new earthquake books for kids is easy! Click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select between the printable PDF and editable Google Slides resource files.

Printing Instructions: Print each student a double-sided booklet and staple it into a packet. Once distributed, students cut the pages apart, place the cover and response page on the top and bottom of the stack, and staple along the edge to create the booklet.

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and Teach Starter Collaborator.

More Earthquake Facts for Kids and Resources to Explore

This earthquake booklet is just the beginning! Pair it with other engaging activities to help your students learn more earthquake facts for kids, including:

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