2026
WISE Score
Petroleum engineering for the playground set—it’s the ABCs of how the world actually runs, without the boring lectures.
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This is a refreshing break from the usual 'STEM' books that are just fluff. It treats kids like they’re capable of understanding real-world systems.
If you have a kid who is constantly asking 'how does that work?' or 'where does gas come from?', this is a solid pick. It’s not a storybook—don't expect a deep plot—but as an educational tool, it hits the mark without being a total snooze-fest. The interactive game is a nice touch that keeps it from feeling like just another school book.
Perfect for the 6-to-12 crowd. Younger kids will dig the pictures and letters, while older kids will actually get a kick out of the 'The Great Refinery Run' game.
It's pure educational curiosity. There's no snark, no hidden agendas, and no 'brain rot'—just a straightforward look at how industrial engineering keeps the world moving.
Turning complex chemical engineering into an alphabet book is a clever move. It invites kids to look at a refinery and see a giant puzzle rather than just a bunch of pipes.
It's a book and a dedicated educational browser game. No chat rooms, no loot boxes, and no surprise content that'll keep you up at night.
The book uses actual industry vocabulary. It doesn't talk down to kids, which is the best way to actually teach them something about STEM and engineering.
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