Science/Technology/Stem

Here are some of our favorite science and stem books for kids of all ages.

Kid Innovators: True Tales of Childhood from Inventors and Trailblazers (Kid Legends #7) By Robin Stevenson, Allison Steinfeld (Illustrator) Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9781683692270
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Published: Quirk Books - February 16th, 2021

Moving, funny, and totally true childhood biographies of Bill Gates, Madam C. J. Walker, Hedy Lamarr, Walt Disney, and 12 other international innovators.


Britannica's First Big Book of Why: Why Can't Penguins Fly? Why Do We Brush Our Teeth? Why Does Popcorn Pop? the Ultimate Book of Answers for Kids Who By Sally Symes, Stephanie Drimmer, Kate Slater (Illustrator) Cover Image
$27.00
ISBN: 9781913750428
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Published: Britannica Books - October 12th, 2021

WHY do elephants have trunks? WHY are clouds different shapes? WHY does my tummy rumble?


Science Comics: Robots and Drones: Past, Present, and Future By Mairghread Scott, Jacob Chabot (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Mairghread Scott, Jacob Chabot (Illustrator)
$12.99
ISBN: 9781626727922
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Published: First Second - March 27th, 2018

In factories! In the sky! In your cars and phones! In your own home! Robots are everywhere! And they have been for a lot longer than you might realize.


The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the best-kept secrets of space (DK Children's Anthologies) By Will Gater Cover Image
$21.99
ISBN: 9781465499332
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Published: DK Children - September 1st, 2020

Travel to the furthest reaches of the Universe and visit 100 remarkable objects along the way with this stunning space book for curious kids aged 6-8.


Wow in the World: The How and Wow of the Human Body: From Your Tongue to Your Toes and All the Guts in Between By Mindy Thomas, Jack Teagle (Illustrator), Guy Raz Cover Image
By Mindy Thomas, Jack Teagle (Illustrator), Guy Raz
$19.99
ISBN: 9780358306634
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Published: Clarion Books - March 2nd, 2021

A #1 New York Times Bestseller!

Based on their #1 kids podcast, Wow in the World, hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz take readers on a hilarious, fact-filled, and highly illustrated journey through the human body—covering everything from our toes to our tongues to our brains and our lungs!

WHY in the world do


National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Why (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) By Amy Shields Cover Image
$14.95
ISBN: 9781426307935
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Published: National Geographic Kids - May 10th, 2011

Linking to a popular feature in the super successful National Geographic Little Kids magazine, this book brings the browsable fun of the bestselling National Geographic Kids Almanac to a new audience: preschoolers!


The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition By David Macaulay Cover Image
$35.00
ISBN: 9780544824386
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Published: Clarion Books - May 2nd, 2023

A New York Times Bestseller


First How Things Work Encyclopedia: A First Reference Guide for Inquisitive Minds (DK First Reference) By DK Cover Image
By DK
$16.99
ISBN: 9781465443496
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Published: DK Children - August 6th, 2019

Looking at the technology all around us-and then explaining how it works, the How Things Work Encyclopedia lifts the hood of a car engine, gets inside a TV set, and discovers the power of invisible microwaves.


Changing the Equation: 50+ US Black Women in STEM By Tonya Bolden Cover Image
$19.99
ISBN: 9781419707346
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Published: Abrams Books for Young Readers - March 3rd, 2020

Changing the Equation is a celebratory and inspiring look at some of the most important Black women in STEM.
 
Coretta Scott King Honor author Tonya Bolden explores Black women who have changed the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in America.


Born Curious: 20 Girls Who Grew Up to Be Awesome Scientists By Martha Freeman, Katy Wu (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Martha Freeman, Katy Wu (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781534421530
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Published: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books - February 18th, 2020

“An inspiring look at women who realized curiosity plus tenacity equals success.” —Kirkus Reviews
“[A] captivating compendium.” —Publishers Weekly

Discover the histories of twenty incredible female scientists in this inspiring biography collection from beloved author Martha Freeman and Google Doodler Katy Wu.


How to Be a Coder: Learn to Think like a Coder with Fun Activities, then Code in Scratch 3.0 Online (Careers for Kids) By Kiki Prottsman Cover Image
$19.99
ISBN: 9781465478818
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Published: DK Children - July 2nd, 2019

Learn to think like a coder without a computer!

Each of the fun craft activities included in this book will teach you about a key concept of computer programming and can be done completely offline. Then you can put your skills into practice by trying out the simple programs provided in the online, child-friendly computer language Scratch.


How to Code a Sandcastle By Josh Funk, Sara Palacios (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Josh Funk, Sara Palacios (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780425291986
Availability: Not in stock but may be ordered. Subject to Publisher Availability.
Published: Viking Books for Young Readers - May 15th, 2018

From the computer science nonprofit Girls Who Code comes this lively and funny story introducing kids to computer coding concepts.


Tech Lab: Awesome Builds for Smart Makers (DK Activity Lab) By Jack Challoner, Smithsonian Institution (Contributions by) Cover Image
By Jack Challoner, Smithsonian Institution (Contributions by)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781465481726
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Published: DK Children - October 1st, 2019

This DK children's book for ages 11-14 is brimming with exciting, educational activities and projects that focus on electronics and technology.


Basher Science: Chemistry: Getting a Big Reaction By Simon Basher, Dan Green, Simon Basher (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Simon Basher, Dan Green, Simon Basher (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9780753464137
Availability: Not in stock but may be ordered. Subject to Publisher Availability.
Published: Kingfisher - July 6th, 2010

Basher Science: Chemistry, Getting a Big Reaction created and illustrated by Simon Basher, Written by Dan Green:

Discover the secrets of chemistry, and learn about the properties of matter and the ways in which they interact, combine and change. Chemistry is a compelling guide to a community of characters who make up everything around us.


Science Comics: Robots and Drones: Past, Present, and Future By Mairghread Scott, Jacob Chabot (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Mairghread Scott, Jacob Chabot (Illustrator)
$12.99
ISBN: 9781626727922
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Published: First Second - March 27th, 2018

In factories! In the sky! In your cars and phones! In your own home! Robots are everywhere! And they have been for a lot longer than you might realize.


The Book of Ingeniously Daring Chemistry: 24 Experiments for Young Scientists (Irresponsible Science) By Sean Connolly Cover Image
$14.95
ISBN: 9780761180104
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Published: Workman Publishing Company - October 30th, 2018

From Sean Connolly, the master of messy and dangerous (and therefore extra-fun) science, a collection of more than 20 hands-on experiments that are like an interactive journey through the periodic table of elements.

In this  introduction to chemistry for STEM-curious kids ages 9 and up, each chapter of The Book of Ingeniously Daring Chemistry focuses on a single elem


Professor Astro Cat's Atomic Adventure By Dr. Dominic Walliman, Ben Newman (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dr. Dominic Walliman, Ben Newman (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781909263604
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Published: Flying Eye Books - May 10th, 2016

Class is in session, and the subject is physics. Your teacher? Why, he’s the smartest cat in the galaxy!

In this brilliant follow up to Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Space, our trusty feline returns to take you on a journey through the incredible world of physics. Learn about energy, power and the building blocks of you, me and the universe in this all new ATOMIC ADVENTURE!


The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Rivalry, Adventure, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements (Young Readers Edition) By Sam Kean Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9780316388276
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - September 10th, 2019

A young readers edition of the New York Times bestseller The Disappearing Spoon, chronicling the extraordinary stories behind one of the greatest scientific tools in existence: the periodic table.


The Speed of Starlight: An Exploration of Physics, Sound, Light, and Space By Colin Stuart, Ximo Abadia (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Colin Stuart, Ximo Abadia (Illustrator)
$24.99
ISBN: 9781536208559
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Published: Big Picture Press - October 1st, 2019

A contemporary exploration of physics, light, and sound told through stunning graphic artwork.


Physics Animated! By Tyler Jorden, Elsa Martins (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Tyler Jorden, Elsa Martins (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9781641701327
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Published: Familius - November 15th, 2019

Engage with Newton on gravity and explore mass, lift, friction, and other amazing laws of physics with the most exciting and interactive physics book available for your little genius!