nChildren are introduced to science and STEM concepts as they appear in their everyday lives. They have fun exploring and talking about science at work in familiar settings. nMy First Brain Quest: First Words: Science Around Us introduces babies and toddlers to more than 100 STEM-related vocabulary words in their world--in the backyard, at the doctors office, at the beach. Each scene features labeled illustrated objects as well as brief captions that help to introduce STEM concepts and help put into context, alongside questions that encourage conversation between reader and child. Children have fun naming, counting, and comparing.n