STEAM Kids Book: Hands-On Projects to Inspire Learning (Co-Written by Me!)

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If you love hands-on, creative, project-based learning, I have something special to share with you — and I’m proud to say I helped create it!

I’m a contributing author to the book STEAM Kids, a collaborative project with 10 other inspiring educators and bloggers.

Together, we created a resource packed with over 50 exciting, hands-on STEAM activities designed to get kids learning through science, technology, engineering, art, and math — all while having fun.

Why I Love STEAM Learning (and Why You Will Too)

One of the biggest reasons I homeschool is to create a learning environment that’s customized, engaging, and exciting for my kids.
I want them to love learning — not just check off assignments.
That’s why project-based learning, hands-on experiments, and creative challenges are a huge part of our homeschool days.

STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) is the perfect way to bring all those subjects together through real-world, imaginative projects.

If you’re an educator, homeschooler, parent, or camp leader looking for fresh ideas, STEAM Kids will give you everything you need!

What’s Inside the STEAM Kids Book

• 52 hands-on projects for kids ages 4–10 (with tips for adapting for other ages)

• Bright, full-color photos for every activity

• Simple step-by-step instructions

• Materials lists to make planning easy

• An Activity Planner to organize projects into 10 weeks of learning

• A Field Trip Guide to extend the learning beyond your home or classroom

You’ll find projects to:

• Build

• Design

• Investigate

• Explore

• Create

Each project ties back to real science, engineering, art, or math principles — all in a playful, exciting way.

You can see a list of what is included here. Plus if you click on that image you can get a 3-page freebie with this printable list and a sample project!

Meet the STEAM Kids Authors

This book is a true team effort by 11 passionate creators, including educators, engineers, graphic designers, and homeschooling parents.
I’m honored to be part of this group alongside talented friends like:

• Anne Carey (Left Brain Craft Brain)

• Ana Dziengel (Babble Dabble Do)

• Amber Scardino (Wee Warhols)

• Chelsey Marashian (Buggy and Buddy)

• Dayna Abraham (Lemon Lime Adventures)

• Erica Clark (What Do We Do All Day?)

• Jamie Hand (Handmade Kids Art)

• Leslie Manlapig (Pink Stripey Socks)

• Malia Hallowell (Playdough to Plato)

• Shelley Brewer (STEAM Powered Family)

• …and me, Karyn Tripp (Teach Beside Me!)

Together, we combined our best ideas, favorite projects, and years of experience to bring you a resource we’re truly proud of.

Why STEAM Kids Is a Must-Have Resource

• Engaging: Kids build, tinker, paint, experiment, and explore — learning naturally along the way.

• Flexible: Perfect for homeschool, classroom settings, afterschool clubs, or summer camps.

• Easy to use: Clear instructions and ready-to-go materials lists make it simple for busy teachers and parents.

• Beautifully designed: The book is packed with bright photos that show kids exactly what they’re creating.

• Built for real kids: Fun, doable, and exciting — not overwhelming.

How to Get Your Copy of STEAM Kids

There are two ways to grab your own copy:

• Print Copy on Amazon (perfect for flipping through and using with groups)

• Instant Digital Download (great for quick reference and on-the-go planning)

You can also add the STEAM Kids Halloween Edition if you’re looking for fun seasonal projects!

Buy STEAM Kids on Amazon here!
Download the STEAM Kids ebook here!

Join our STEAM Kids Facebook Group to get continuous fun ideas, too!

New to STEAM?  See my post on How to Teach STEAM. Also check out my post on 20 Elementary STEM Projects.

See Also my Science Art Book!