Some books teach. Some books delight. The best ones do both — and that’s exactly what Wendy Chen, MD, set out to create with her STEM Is a Blast! series.
About the Series
STEM Is a Blast! is a growing collection of rhyming picture books designed to introduce young readers to science, technology, engineering, and math. Each book takes a foundational subject and brings it to life through catchy rhymes, rhythm, and colorful illustrations — making complex concepts accessible and genuinely fun for early learners.
The books are built for read-aloud time at home or in the classroom. The rhyming format encourages participation, and the repetition helps reinforce key ideas in a way that sticks.
The Books
The series currently has two titles, both available in paperback and hardcover on Amazon and all major retailers.
Math Is a Blast: Rhymes for Learning Fast takes young readers on a tour of mathematics — from numbers, fractions, and PEMDAS to geometry, coordinates, and the Pythagorean theorem. Each concept is presented through a simple, memorable rhyme paired with a bright illustration, building confidence and curiosity page by page. The book closes with a nod to what’s ahead — algebra, statistics, calculus — making math feel not like a wall to climb but a road to explore. It was dedicated by the author to her daughters Michelle and Emma, whose love of reading and rhyme inspired the whole project.
Physics Is a Blast: Rhymes for Learning Fast follows the same approach, guiding young readers through force, energy, and electricity with the same playful rhythm and visual storytelling. Early physics becomes an adventure rather than an intimidating subject.
Both books are illustrated by Jhunny Moralde, whose vibrant, character-filled artwork brings Wendy’s rhymes to life on every page.
About the Author
Wendy Chen, MD, is a physician, mom, and passionate STEM educator who believes learning should be fun, engaging, and joyful. Inspired by her own daughters’ love of reading, she created the STEM Is a Blast! series to help young readers build a strong early foundation in science and math. By blending real concepts with rhythm and playful language, she hopes to spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning in every child — one rhyme at a time.
Where to Find the Books
Both titles are available now on Amazon and all major book retailers in paperback and hardcover.
About the Publisher
The STEM Is a Blast! series is published by BookBildr Publishing. BookBildr works with independent authors to bring their stories to life — from editing and illustration to print and worldwide distribution. If you have a book idea, we’d love to help you make it a reality.
