I wondered how this would be accomplished because calculus is not an easy to grasp subject. This seems more like a book that is just for show not one that a child would actually be interested in. I was excited to see this executed well but unfortunately it fell short for me.

I know this is babies, but I think I learned something new myself! Easy short sentences to read to little ones. Will littles ones really understand? Maybe not? But I think if read multiples times over and over, they could start to understand the short lesson. I think this book is great for parents who are very interested in math and science, or for parents who want an easy academic children’s book. I personally would not pick this book up for my child - there is not much engaging pictures for littles on to look at since it is mostly shapes.

Being a math geek myself, I love these Baby University books!! I love how you break down complicated concepts for babies/toddlers.
Our boy was all about the red ball in Calculus for Babies!

Thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS kids for the ARC.

While I wish there was more than just a single concept discussed here, it was a cute book that broke down the surface area of a circle into easily understandable and digestible steps. However, I did struggle a bit with the last few pages of the "proof" in this book. 3.5/5 Stars

Used balls to explain one of the concepts of calculus. I did struggle a little at the end trying to understand what they were trying to teach but I struggle with math overall so I would still give this book a shot if you're interested.

Thank you to Netgalley and Sourcebooks for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

We are big fans of Chris Ferrie’s baby university books in our household! This book lived up to expectations. Simple explanations for complicated topics paired with illustrations to keep babies attention. Rating 4 instead of 5 because the digital copy of this book isn’t formatted very well, but I know this will be excellent as a physical copy!

Covered a singular concept and not particularly visually appealing in any way. (Perhaps it was the version I downloaded.) I would not get this for anyone.

We have a bunch of books in this series already and my two year old loves them so I was excited to check this one out. I don’t know enough about calculus, well, who am I kidding? I don’t remember anything about calculus, so I can’t comment on the accuracy of the book but I love the simplicity of the images that match the series so far and the simple steps of explanation. A great addition to the series!

What another wonderful addition to an already great collection. I love how similar to quantum physics and organic chemistry this starts with the “this is a ball” such a great intro, babies/toddlers know what a ball is! This covers new topics such as “cutting” things in half and does it in such a great way!

⭐️4.5
My engineer major son would have LOVED this book as a child.
This book introduces young minds to one of the most obscure branches of maths-calculus.

Calculus is math with motion, and the simple step by step explanations make it easy for the reader to understand. If a caregiver has no understanding of calculus, it might even enlighten the adult.

Many thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

Publication date: July 2, 2024

I love that books like this exist to start teaching young children about STEM related topics! Math was never a great subject for me. It was never fun, but after reading this book my son thinks math is fun. If you enjoy math I recommend reading this with the young kiddos in your life.

Simple pictures, simple explanation -- the perfect recipe for letting even very young readers know that they can handle calculus. There needs to be more of this!
Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

Calculus for babies is a children’s book that teaches babies the basics of calculus. It had simple topics and wording for a complex thing. I just love the idea of kids books about a complex topic. This was a cute book! Thanks so much to netgalley and sourcebook kids for the arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!

(4/5 stars) This book is so cute and the perfect gift for the expectant nerd parent in your life. I personally would buy a box set of the whole series, although that is getting rather large at this point! Simple illustrations and straightforward concepts, perfect for developing the next generation of nerds.