STEM

An acronym referring to the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields of study. The term was created for schools from kindergarten through college to improve competitiveness in learning and workforce development. "Science" is more than a school subject, or the periodic table, or the properties of waves. It is an approach to the world, a critical way to understand and explore and engage with the world, and then have the capacity to change that world..." - President Barack Obama, March 23, 2015

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47 STEM Books for K-12 Readers
A list of 47 science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) books for readers of all ages. Children in kindergarten can solve math mysteries or read about how the color purple was invented. Older readers can explore physics in everyday life and the lives of women who changed the study of DNA. From picture books to memoirs, STEM books have something for every creatively minded reader!
PBS LearningMedia
Lots of STEM-related content and lesson plans on this free digital media content library site that builds on the strength of public media and is the destination for relevant educational resources for PreK-12 teachers.
Philadelphia Science Festival
The Philadelphia Science Festival is a nine-day, community-wide celebration of science that takes place annually in April, featuring lectures, debates, hands-on activities, special exhibitions and a variety of other informal science education experiences for Philadelphians of all ages.
STEM Education Coalition
Raises awareness in Congress, the Administration, and other organizations about the critical role that STEM education plays in enabling the U.S. to remain the economic and technological leader of the global marketplace of the 21st century.
STEM Philly
STEM Philly's goal is to stimulate students’ interest in STEM subjects and enhance their learning so they will become part of the STEM workforce in the Philadelphia area. With the help of volunteers and partners organizations, Explore STEM Philly provides both “in classroom” and “real world” opportunities to enhance the existing STEM curriculum.
The Franklin Institute STEM Scholars
Program that serves a select group of Philadelphia-area students in grades 9-12 who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects.

STEM - Technology by explore

Suggested books for students in the field of technology.

Beginning android programming : develop and design cover

Digital image editing & special effects : master the key techniques of Photoshop & Lightroom cover

iPads in the library : using tablet technology to enhance programs for all ages cover

Raspberry Pi® : projects for the evil genius cover

Technology and literacy : 21st century library programming for children and teens cover

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STEM - Science by explore

Suggested books for students in the field of science.

A drop of water : a book of science and wonder cover

Naked eggs and flying potatoes : unforgettable experiments that make science fun cover

Teaching STEM in the early years : activities for integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics cover

Teen science fair sourcebook : winning school science fairs and national competitions cover

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Everything you need to know about math homework cover

STEM - Math (5 items)

Suggested books for students in the field of math.

guide to the world's greatest buildings :masterpieces of architecture & engineering cover

STEM - Engineering (3 items)

Suggested books for students in the field of engineering.

Upcoming Events

Fun Fridays

School Age

Join us on Fridays for crafts, science experiments, or games! This program is for school age children, beginning at… more details

Fri, September 26, 2025 3:00 PM
Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19149-1297

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Build a Nanobot with Stevie "The Inventor"

School Age

Join us for a five-week hands-on STEM adventure where kids can explore the tiny world of nanobots - microscopic… more details

Mon, September 29, 2025 3:15 PM
Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
2000 East Washington Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19138-1344

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Marevelous Mondays: STEAM Programming

Young Adult School Age Preschool Toddler

Join us every Monday for a marvelous time as we explore the world of STEAM. Each week will feature fun activities… more details

Mon, September 29, 2025 4:00 PM
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library
5800 Cobbs Creek Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19143-3036

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- Computers
- Makers and Makerspaces
- Mathematics
- Science
- Technology
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Mr. Bey’s Builders Club

Young Adult School Age

Want to build something amazing? Want to learn how to create with cardboard? Come learn with LEAP how to build… more details

Mon, September 29, 2025 4:00 PM
Cecil B. Moore Library
2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121-2927

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- Literacy
- General Research
- Teens
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