About Ruth

Ruth Spiro Short Bio

Ruth Spiro is the author of more than 30 children’s books, with over one million copies in print worldwide. Her bestselling Baby Loves Science board books are the groundbreaking originals that introduce big ideas to the littlest listeners in an age-appropriate and engaging style.

Ruth’s work has been praised by the Los Angeles Times, NPR, TODAY, Popular Science, Bank Street College of Education, Purdue Engineering, and more. Fans who have publicly shared their love of her books include Gabby Giffords, Chelsea Clinton, and Chance the Rapper.

A frequent speaker at schools and conferences, Ruth’s previous appearances include Windy City Live on WMAQ-TV, Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, World Science Festival, Chicago Tribune Printer’s Row LitFest, Children’s Festival of Stories, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. She hopes her books inspire kids to observe the world, ask questions, and when it comes to their futures, DREAM BIG!

Ruth lives in suburban Chicago, Illinois. Find more information at www.RuthSpiro.com.

Ruth Spiro Long Bio

Ruth Spiro is the author of more than 30 children’s books, with over one million copies in print worldwide. Her bestselling Baby Loves Science board books are the groundbreaking originals that introduce big ideas to the littlest listeners in an age-appropriate and engaging style.

In addition to these board books, Ruth is the author of picture books including Made by Maxine, Maxine and the Greatest Garden Ever, and Love Grows. The enthusiastic response to the Baby Loves Science books inspired a new picture book series perfect for early elementary readers, How to Explain Science to a Grown-Up. Her new picture book, One Small Spark: A Tikkun Olam Story received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Kirkus.

Ruth’s work has been praised by the Los Angeles Times, NPR, TODAY, Popular Science, Bank Street College of Education, Purdue Engineering, and more. Fans who have publicly shared their love of her books include Gabby Giffords, Chelsea Clinton, and Chance the Rapper.

Ruth graduated with a B.S. in Communications from the University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign and earned an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago. She worked for advertising agencies in both account management and broadcast production, and coordinated a large-scale research grant at DePaul University funded by the National Institutes of Health.

A frequent speaker at schools and conferences, Ruth’s previous appearances include Windy City Live on WMAQ-TV, Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, World Science Festival, Chicago Tribune Printer’s Row LitFest, Children’s Festival of Stories, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. She hopes her books inspire kids to observe the world, ask questions, and when it comes to their futures, DREAM BIG!

Ruth lives in suburban Chicago, Illinois. Find more information at www.RuthSpiro.com.

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Praise for Ruth & Her Work

“… she makes science accessible, relatable, and fun for little ones…” —Brightly

“…introduces big science to little minds with the skill of a neurosurgeon.” —All the Wonders, Matthew Winner

“I love how Ruth takes our young readers on an adventure in science.” —Shannon McClintock Miller

“Ruth Spiro is an author whose stories truly connect with kids and act as a springboard for extended learning in the classroom.” —Brookdale Elementary School

“It was a pleasure to work with Ruth Spiro for our Toddler Tuesday event in the Mall of America Rotunda and at Fourpost. She did equally well in commanding an audience in the Mall’s large event space and having intimate conversations parents in our store.” —Mall of America

“Kids line up and wait eagerly to interact with her!” —Children’s Festival of Stories

“I think all of our attendees were inspired to write STEM books for the smallest readers after her presentation. She was prepared, professional, and attendant to our needs as an online conference. We highly recommend her as a terrific speaker.” —Picture Book Summit

“Highest level of family engagement we have had!” —STEMecosystems

A Few Fun Facts:

It all started with Lester Fizz, Bubble-Gum Artist.

I’m the Founder of National Bubble Gum Day, always the first Friday in February.

I love the beach.

I’m a lifelong Cubs fan. (I’m also married and have two amazing daughters!)

I have a Little Free Library.

I did NOT enjoy posing for this photo.