It’s a Fact!
Bringing STEM to Life for the Youngest Readers
Nonfiction picture books are one of the fastest-growing segments of the market today, but how do you make them accessible and fun, even for the youngest of audiences. Ruth Spiro (Pioneering Author of the Baby Loves...Science Series) will discuss how to distill complex topics into fun, engaging, and inspiring texts.
STEM* books are in high demand in classrooms today. In this 50-minute presentation, Ruth will leave you with a better understanding of how to write STEM books for kids by giving them the appropriate information for their age.
"I wasn't very interested in STEM books, but after hearing Ruth's
workshop it completely changed my mind! Her extensive research and the
way she conveys a STEM subject so easily seemed like magic to me. But
she explained how she did it so well!
"
- Dominque Rose D.
*STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
Your Instructor
Ruth Spiro is the author of the Baby Loves Science board book series, published by Charlesbridge. Titles include Baby Loves Aerospace Engineering, Baby Loves Coding and Baby Loves Green Energy. Ruth’s new STEM-themed picture book series, Made by Maxine, is about an inspiring young Maker who knows that with enough effort, imagination, and recyclables, it’s possible to invent anything.
Course Curriculum
Frequently Asked Questions
"Ruth Spiro's workshop helped me to envision myself as a STEM writer."
- Katherine A.