Best STEAM Books for Kids
For some children, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) can feel intimidating—just mentioning the word math might trigger a groan and an immediate “NO!” My goal is to change that narrative. I love discovering books that make STEAM subjects fun, engaging, and approachable.
Introducing these concepts at a young age can help foster a lifelong love of learning. That’s why I’ve put together a list of books for all ages that highlight STEAM in exciting ways. Some read like captivating stories, others spark curiosity through interactive elements, and many encourage hands-on exploration. Here are my favorite children’s picture books that bring STEAM to life!
How perfect is it to pair our counting bears with Bears Make the Best Math Buddies by Carmen Oliver and illustrated by Jean Claude for Capstone Books? This delightful picture book is another wonderful way to introduce “sneaky math” to little learners! You can simply enjoy the story on its own or pause throughout to […]
If you have a child like mine, one puzzle book is never enough! This one, Brain Twisters: Smart Puzzles by Arcturus Limited, offers a greater challenge than the previous one I recommended, Science Puzzles for Clever Kids. With over 100 logic puzzles, this book keeps things interesting with a wide variety of challenges, including different […]
Is this a sweet picture book about parents cuddling their babies, or is it math? Great question! How Many Hugs? by Heather Swain, illustrated by Steven Henry and published by Feiwel and Friends, is both—a delightful blend of heartwarming moments and playful math concepts. The book poses a clever question: If it takes two arms […]
I have a child who absolutely loves puzzles and brain teasers. Worksheets, logic puzzles, games—he’s all in! A few years ago, I bought him Science Puzzles for Clever Kids by Dr. Gareth Moore, Damara Strong, and Chris Dickason for Buster Books, and it was an instant hit. To make things even more fun, I got […]
If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to introduce your child to engineering, this book is an excellent resource! It offers a brief, easy-to-understand overview of what engineering is and encourages hands-on exploration of science concepts through creative projects made from cardboard and recycled materials you likely already have at home. The instructions […]
This has been hands down one of my favorite books to read with my toddlers. It’s fun and easy to read because of the rhythmic stanzas. Every time I say it’s “Time for a HUG” I would get a big hug from my little one. That’s the best feeling ever! I pulled this book out […]
“A big teddy welcome from math-loving bears.Let’s count, add, and play without any cares.Pour out the teddies to add the bear way.First guess how many are ready to play.” You know I have a love-love relationship with Math. I want my kids to love math as much as I do. But Franny said, “No thanks” […]