It\u2019s unlikely that your newborn can program a computer and even less likely that she understands rocket science. But it\u2019s never too early to learn, right? At least that\u2019s the thinking behind a collection of STEM books geared towards kids whose big challenge this week is figuring out how their hands work. Someday, however, those hands will be able to type our software code, build a toy robot, or create a circuit. Until then, we\u2019ve compiled a list of books that might help them get familiar with the fascinating worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math. Things are going to get interesting!<\/p>\n
no no 9781580899277 Baby Loves Structural Engineering!<\/i> by Ruth Spiro, illustrated by Irene Chan <\/p>\n
Architecture is the perfect marriage of engineering and art \u2014 a building should be both as beautiful and sturdy as possible. Using toy blocks and comparing them to famous real-world buildings, this clever board book introduces littles to architectural structures and the basics of construction. Who knows what kind of block towers they\u2019ll come up with after reading? <\/p>\n
9780593323687 Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists: Restoration with Wangari Maathai<\/i> by Maureen McQuerry, illustrated by Robin Rosenthal <\/p>\n
Trees are an essential part of the earth\u2019s ecosystem. Wangari Maathai saw how Kenya\u2019s tree loss affected the environment, animals, and people. She worked hard to restore her country\u2019s tree population. Little children will love this story of one person making a difference through hard work and perseverance.<\/p>\n
9780449810798 Robots, Robots, Everywhere!<\/i> by Sue Fliess, illustrated by Bob Staake <\/p>\n
Feed your child\u2019s robot obsession with this Little Golden Book<\/a>. Babies and toddlers will learn how robots and machines are becoming more essential to society every day. Fun illustrations and rhyming text make this a fun read-aloud for parents and children.<\/p>\n 9781101933947 Bathtime Mathtime<\/i> by Danica McKellar, illustrated by Alicia Padr\u00f3n <\/p>\n Former television star and now mathematician Danica McKellar thinks it\u2019s never too early to understand math. Which is why her book brings counting and numbers to bathtime. After all, dirty toes, rubber ducks, and bubbles are a great way to give your kids a friendly and accessible introduction to all that math has to offer. <\/p>\n 9781536229660 High Chair Chemistry<\/i> by Jill Esbaum and WonderLab Group <\/p>\n Babies and toddlers are naturally curious explorers, so why not nurture their love of learning with an interactive storytime? Introduce your toddler to the basic chemistry concepts with this fun book in the Big Science for Tiny Tots series that combines science and play. Caregivers will love the tongue-in-cheek humor of the dialogue, while photos of adorably messy babies will happily absorb little tots. Also check out Bath Time Physics<\/a><\/i> for that post-meal clean up.<\/p>\n 9780593377642 Women in Science<\/i> by Rachel Ignotofsky <\/p>\n This New York Times<\/i> bestselling board book celebrates female scientists and their discoveries. Colorful, stylized illustrations accompany facts and info about some of the most influential women in STEM. It\u2019s a must-read for tiny scientists!<\/p>\n 9781580898843 Baby Loves Coding!<\/i> by Ruth Spiro, illustrated by Irene Chan <\/p>\n Coding is both simple and amazingly complex at the same time. Recognizing this paradox, Ruth Spiro has found a way to introduce the building blocks of coding \u2014 like algorithms and sequencing \u2014 in a developmentally appropriate way. Cute and colorful illustrations will keep your baby interested until the very end. Later on, you can pick up My First Coding Book<\/i><\/a>, to help your future software developer take the next steps toward creating their own innovative codes.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a fan of Baby Loves Coding!<\/i>, you\u2019ll enjoy Spiro and Chan\u2019s other books in the series as well, including Baby Loves Green Energy!<\/i><\/a>, Baby Loves Gravity!<\/i><\/a>, and Baby Loves Quarks!<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n 9780593304143 Touch & Learn: Things that Go<\/i> by Becky Davies, illustrated by Mei Stoyva <\/p>\n Tiny grabby hands will love this touch-and-feel book about vehicles. Babies and toddlers will explore and learn about things that go on land, in the sea, and in the sky. Plenty of interactive elements and colorful illustrations make this an excellent choice for squirmy readers. <\/p>\n 9780553521030 Hello, World! Solar System <\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/248561\/hello-world-solar-system-by-jill-mcdonald\/9780553521047\/ by Jill McDonald <\/p>\n When you\u2019re only a couple of feet tall you spend a lot of time looking up. Which makes your little one an expert at examining the sky. So why not teach them about the solar system while you\u2019re at it? This bright and engaging book is the right size for tiny hands and expanding minds. <\/p>\n 9781465478672 How Does a Butterfly Grow?<\/i> by DK <\/p>\n Take your baby through a swallowtail butterfly\u2019s life cycle with this sturdy board book. Vibrant illustrations, fun facts, and plenty of flaps to lift make this informative book a must-have for curious young minds.<\/p>\n 9780525648772 Baby 101: Anatomy for Babies<\/i> by Jonathan Litton, illustrated by Thomas Elliott <\/p>\n This is the cutest anatomy book you\u2019ll ever read. Teach your child about all their body parts, from their toes to their nose. Babies will love learning and pointing to each body part as the book names it.<\/p>\n Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2018 and updated in 2022.<\/small><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" These adorable board books can help the littlest of readers get familiar with the fascinating worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":83233,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[52,89,127,241,320,627],"coauthors":[26],"class_list":["post-12868","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-board-books","tag-science","tag-technology","tag-baby-books","tag-math","tag-stem","ages_stages-baby-toddler"],"yoast_head":"\n