Storytime Inventing Book Collection | PreK-1 | Kid Spark Education

*Drop Ships 5-7 business days from manufacturer. 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. Check out this amazing resource: Kid Spark Kidspark Education, Kid Spark