This is a wonderful story about innovation and perseverance and it is important in the role models it depicts. My two sons love this book and we read it weekly, so keep in mind that while there is certainly a lot about this book to inspire girls, it’s a great book for boys too. And it’s important for little boys to see a range of role models in STEM to challenge societal biases about what a typical innovator looks like.

My children love these little books. They thoroughly enjoy each and every story, as if they are all unique and individual without any cause for similarity among them. Even though sometimes, they might seem tedious and repetitive to me as a parent, I do enjoy being able to read short-stories to my children that are clean and respective.

A wonderful book!! As a scientist and young father, I often come across children's books that present the scientific/engineering process like a magical montage that, within a page or so, results in a profound discovery. Here, however, Dr. Simon provides a refreshingly realistic portrayal of this process -- from question to patent -- with experimental parameters that could actually be relevant to the work Abby sets out to do! Coupled with wonderful illustrations and lab notebook-like asides within the story affording us glimpses into Abby's thought process and protocols, I couldn't have dreamed up a better way to slyly (full disclosure) coax my daughter into developing a love of science!

I cannot speak highly enough of this book! Abby Invents is now a series, so I encourage you all to not only buy this first book but also get the second, My daughter fell in LOVE with Abby and with inventing things after reading this. She came away from this story believing in herself and her ability to be an inventor and solve problems... This is the kind of messaging and representation we need in STEM.

My son did not want to stop reading this book and wanted me to get him Abby's unbreakable crayons :). I told him to make his own LOL. As I adult I had fun reading this inspiring story. This is a great book to inspire your little ones to solve problems and realize that they can create things, and failing is OK and just part of the process.. Looking forward to more from this author...

Such an inspiring book for young girls and boys. It is important for children's books to paint a world where children regardless of race or culture can see themselves as belonging. This book does just that. Much kudos to author for writing such a compelling and motivating story that young girls and boys, particularly of color, can enjoy and feel encouraged to dream.

This is one of our favorite books to give as a present to little ones! Abby is a problem-solver and persistent inventor. We love the refrain the teacher uses to affirm Abby's inventiveness. We collect and use children's books that launch invention thinking and this is our #1 go to! Highly recommend!

This book is a must have especially for young curious readers. It sparks inspiration in the tiny mind to do more and that they can achieve great things! Can't wait for more Abby Invent books.

This is a rare time I can see my 3 and 5 year old want to know "What happens next" in this story as I have to read a little at a time to hold their attention. I love this book. The character is beautiful and it teaches emotional awareness and science at the same time. Excellent work and hats off to the author!

Great book!