Eerdmans is known around the world for beautiful books that inspire wonder and curiosity, drive conversation and exploration. The award-winning titles in the new Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers series explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math themes with an artful approach and appeal to readers who want something browsable as well as those wanting to immerse themselves in detail.
Explore the Series
Inside Look!
Building a Dream: How the Boys of Koh Panyee Became Champions
written by Darshana Khiani, illustrated by Dow Phumiruk
In this unforgettable tale of persistence and problem-solving, a Thai soccer team makes their own place to play on the floating village of Koh Panyee. Based on a true story.
Kirkus Reviews
“A stirring story of perseverance.”
AWARDS:
The Children’s Book Committee of Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year List – Family/School/Community & Outstanding Merit (2024)
The Children’s Book Council Children’s and Teacher’s FAVORITES Lists 3rd-5th Grade (2024)
National Science Teachers Association and the Children’s Book Council Best STEM Books Award List (2024)
Colorado Humanities Colorado Book Award in Children’s Literature Finalist (2024)
Missouri Association of School Librarians Dogwood Readers Award in Kindergarten – 2nd Grade Finalist (2023-2024)
Friend of Numbers: The Life of Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan
written by Priya Narayanan, illustrated by Satwik Gade
The story of groundbreaking Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan comes to life in a memorable, inspired illustrated biography.
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (STARRED REVIEW)
“A searching portrait…inspirational reading.”
⭐ School Library Journal (STARRED REVIEW)
“A must-purchase for libraries.”
AWARDS:
The Children’s Book Council Librarian FAVORITES List 3rd-5th Grade (2024)
Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute Mathical Book Prize for Grades 3-5 (2024)
National Science Teachers Association and the Children’s Book Council Best STEM Books Award List (2024)
Hello, Earth!: Poems to Our Planet
written by Joyce Sidman, illustrated by Miren Asiain Lora
Imaginative poems and stunning paintings capture the beauty of Earth’s ecosystems, creatures, and powerhouse plants.
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Lithe, accessible poetry celebrates our world’s mind-boggling grandeur—and humanity’s role as her steward.”
⭐ School Library Journal (starred review)
“A must-have for all schools and libraries that wish to maintain a current and vibrant poetry collection for young people.”
Hidden City: Poems of Urban Wildlife
written by Sarah Grace Tuttle, illustrated by Amy Schimler-Safford
A graceful collection of poems and beautiful collage illustrations highlight nature in everyday urban environments.
Booklist
“An exuberant, early-STEM romp that celebrates the environment.”
Home
written and illustrated by Isabelle Simler, translated by Vineet Lal
Captivating poetry and spellbinding art offer an enchanting tour of twenty-seven different animal dwellings, from a hermit crab’s secondhand shell to a beaver’s lakeside dam to a comet moth’s silk cocoon.
⭐ Booklist (STARRED REVIEW)
“Stunning . . . An exceptional exploration.”
⭐ Shelf Awareness (STARRED REVIEW)
“Astounding, unusual, and breathtaking dwellings.”
⭐ School Library Journal (STARRED REVIEW)
“Unites STEM learning with literary excellence . . . an essential purchase.”
How the Sea Came to Be
written by Jennifer Berne, illustrated by Amanda Hall
Extensively researched poetry pairs with awe-inspiring art for a dynamic introduction to geology, oceanography, and marine biology.
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (STARRED REVIEW)
“Riveting.”
⭐ School Library Journal (STARRED REVIEW)
“A fantastic journey.”
⭐ Shelf Awareness (STARRED REVIEW)
“Beautiful…a prize addition to any library.”
AWARDS:
The Children’s Book Committee of Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year List – STEM & Outstanding Merit (2024)
The Children’s Book Council Teacher FAVORITES List 3rd-5th Grade (2024)
Chicago Public Library Kids Best of the Best Books List (2023)
The New York Public Library Best Books for Kids List (2023)
Kingdoms of Life
written and illustrated by Carly Allen-Fletcher
A vividly illustrated tour of scientific classification’s six kingdoms of life and how they help us understand the wonders of nature.
Booklist
“Teeming with absorbing facts, uncommon life-forms, and browsable images and detailing a bedrock principle of biology, this is a worthwhile purchase.”
The Miracle Seed
written and illustrated by Martin Lemelman
The true story of the ancient Judean date palm, reborn in the modern era through the hard work of two female scientists.
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (STARRED REVIEW)
“Restores hope in the idea that all things are possible; especially empowering for young women interested in STEM subjects.”
AWARDS:
The Nature Generation Green Earth Book Award in Children’s Nonfiction Long List (2024)
WORLD Children’s Books of Year – Nonfiction (2023)
Tablet Best Jewish Books List (2023)
PJ Library Selection (2023)
Junior Library Guild Selection (2023)
Water: Discovering the Precious Resource All Around Us
written and illustrated by Olga Fadeeva, translated by Lena Traer
A fact-filled, brightly illustrated book about water in rainstorms, the Great Lakes, the drip from our taps, and other places in our world.
⭐ Booklist (STARRED REVIEW)
“This browsable, superbly designed book is absorbing.”
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (STARRED REVIEW)
“Engaging detail . . . vibrant illustrations . . . a beautiful addition to nonfiction collections looking for books on the subject.”
Wind: Discovering Air in Motion
written and illustrated by Olga Fadeeva, translated by Lena Traer
Wind’s role in world history and earth science is explored through playful prose and colorful illustrations.
⭐ Kirkus Reviews (STARRED REVIEW)
“Beautiful and fascinating.”
AWARDS:
The Children’s Book Committee of Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year List – STEM & Outstanding Merit (2024)
The United States Board on Books for Young People (USBBY) Outstanding International Books List – PreK-2 (2024)
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