Storytime Inventing Book Collection | PreK-1 | Kid Spark Education
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Inspire young learners to dream, create, explore, and invent through engaging stories that introduce STEM concepts, problem-solving, perseverance, creativity, and real-world discovery. This thoughtfully curated collection of children's literature connects literacy and STEM learning while encouraging curiosity, imagination, and a growth mindset in Pre-K through 1st grade classrooms.
What You Get
• 36 children's picture books featuring inventors, engineers, scientists, animals, nature, sports, creativity, and problem-solving
• Diverse characters, experiences, and perspectives that help children see themselves as capable learners and creators
• Books selected to support STEM, literacy, social-emotional learning, and inquiry-based exploration
• Ideal for classroom libraries, STEM centers, read-alouds, and small-group instruction
How You Use It
• Introduce STEM concepts through engaging storytime experiences
• Spark discussions about invention, engineering, perseverance, creativity, and problem-solving
• Connect literacy activities with hands-on STEM investigations
• Encourage questioning, observation, prediction, and critical thinking
• Support independent reading, partner reading, and teacher-led instruction
Educational Benefits
• Strengthens early literacy and language development
• Builds vocabulary, listening comprehension, and storytelling skills
• Encourages creativity, innovation, and imaginative thinking
• Promotes persistence, resilience, and growth mindset behaviors
• Introduces children to STEM careers, scientific inquiry, and engineering design concepts
Quality Features
• High-interest picture books appropriate for Pre-K–1st grade learners
• Includes fiction and nonfiction titles
• Features diverse authors, illustrators, and characters
• Supports cross-curricular STEM and literacy instruction
Age Grade
• Pre-K–1st Grade
Book Titles Include:
- Birds Make Nests
- Peter's Chair
- Pete the Cat: Out of This World
- How to Say Hello to a Worm
- Boy + Bot
- Frances in the Country
- One Hot Summer Day
- The Most Magnificent Thing
- Kick It, Mo!
- Learning to Ski with Mr. Magee
- Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach
- Sky Color
- The Snowy Day
- Mae Among the Stars
- Are You a Spider?
- Make Way for Animals!
- Violet's Music
- The Bear Ate Your Sandwich
- Stuck
- Inventor Today?
- Lucy Tries Hockey
- Girls on Wheels
- Jabari Jumps
- Curious George Goes Bowling
- Jabari Tries
- The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
- Rulee's Roost
- Inky's Amazing Escape
- Moses Goes to a Concert
- The Very Last Castle
- Stellaluna
- Rosie Revere, Engineer
- The Riding Lesson
- The Little Aces
- The Girl Who Figured It Out
- The Way Champs Play
PRODUCT CORRELATES TO FOLLOWING STANDARDS:
Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework
• Language and Communication
• Literacy Development
• Cognition and Scientific Reasoning
• Approaches to Learning
ECERS
• Language and Literacy
• Science and Nature
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Fine Motor and Creative Expression
NAEYC
• Literacy-Rich Learning Environments
• Inquiry-Based Learning
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Social-Emotional Development
• Developmentally Appropriate STEM Experiences
Storytime Inventing Book Collection helps children discover that inventors, engineers, scientists, artists, athletes, and problem-solvers all start with curiosity, creativity, and the courage to try something new.
Kidspark Education, Kid Spark
- 36 STEM-Inspired Picture Books for Young Learners – Features a carefully curated collection of fiction and nonfiction titles that introduce inventors, engineers, scientists, creativity, problem-solving, nature, sports, and real-world discovery for Pre-K–1st Grade students.
- Connects Literacy & STEM Learning – Uses engaging stories to introduce STEM concepts, engineering thinking, scientific inquiry, perseverance, and innovation while building strong early literacy skills.
- Encourages Curiosity & Growth Mindset – Inspires children to ask questions, explore ideas, overcome challenges, and develop confidence as creators, inventors, and problem-solvers through relatable stories and characters.
- Supports Classroom & Small-Group Instruction – Perfect for classroom libraries, STEM centers, read-aloud activities, independent reading, partner reading, and cross-curricular STEM and literacy lessons.
- Promotes Inclusive & Standards-Aligned Learning – Features diverse authors, illustrators, characters, and experiences while supporting Head Start, ECERS, and NAEYC standards for literacy, inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, social-emotional development, and STEM education.
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