Hello Ruby

Author: Linda Liukas
Lower Age: 4
Upper Age: 10
Website: https://www.helloruby.com/
Price: $19.99
Year Added: 2025
For the young reader who’s always asking how things work, Hello Ruby: Journey Inside the Computer offers a whimsical and imaginative way to explore the world of technology. Written and illustrated by coder-turned-author Linda Liukas, this storybook turns complex computer concepts into an adventure full of color, creativity, and curiosity—perfect for ages 6 and up. Through Ruby’s journey inside the computer, kids meet Mouse and explore fascinating components like the CPU, logic gates, and software. The engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations make abstract ideas approachable while encouraging logical thinking and wonder. After the story, children can dive into hands-on activities that reinforce what they’ve learned. Visit helloruby.com for more resources and printable fun. It’s a delightful gift for young readers and budding technologists alike! -Reviewer Hannah Garcia

 

Framework Categories

Issues, Solutions, and Impacts (ISI)
Engineering Tools and Processes (ETool)
Teamwork (Team)

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Hello Ruby is available in over 30 languages!