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Hands-on STEM-STEAM kits, lab coats, and genius-building gifts that help kids build confidence, reduce screen time, and discover what makes them brilliant.
Founded by Ava, a young dyslexic entrepreneur, PBS host, and STEM advocate who turned learning challenges into a movement.
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Hands-on science kids can build, test, and show off.
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Lab Coats
Help kids dress the part and feel like real scientists.
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Learning tools that build curiosity and confidence.
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Representation, imagination, and career dreams in one gift.
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Not just a toy. A moment where your child feels capable, curious, and proud.
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Best-selling STEM-STEAM kits and genius-building gifts parents love.
STEM-STEAM Electricity Lab Bundle
Build real working circuits in under 5 minutes.
Genius STEM-STEAM Bundle
5 experiments. Endless wow moments.
Alternative Energy STEM Bundle
Solar + wind power, hands-on lab.
Ava Black Girl Genius Plush Buddy — The Surgeon
Career-inspired plush friend.
Watch Ava Share the Genius Mission
See how Team Genius Squad helps kids build confidence through hands-on STEM-STEAM learning — straight from the founder herself.
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Watch Ava inspire students through interactive STEM experiences, live demonstrations and educational events.
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A quick look at Ava in action — the signature backdrop from the Team Genius Squad site.
Meet Ava — Overview
Ava shares her story, her mission, and how STEM helps every child discover their inner genius.
Nationally Recognized STEM Leadership
Ava Simmons is inspiring the next generation through nationally recognized STEM education, television and educational publishing.
She's the Boss
Ava Simmons turned her love of science into a successful business — featured on the cover of Scholastic News.
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Mini Fab Science Lab
Ava hosts the award-winning STEM series on PBS Kids' Rootle channel — recognized at the 47th Annual Telly Awards.
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Featured on the Cover of Scholastic News
Award-Winning Educational Programming
Inspiring Future Scientists Through Hands-On STEM Learning
From national television to classroom curriculum — Ava is redefining what's possible in youth STEM.
Learn More About AvaAmerica's Favorite Student Honor Roll recipient
Meet Ava: The STEM Princess Turning Challenges Into Genius
Ava experienced dyslexia and dysgraphia — but hands-on STEM helped her build confidence, discover her strengths, and inspire other kids to believe in themselves.
"Every kid has a genius inside. Hands-on STEM is how we help them find it."
— AVA, FOUNDER
💛 THE PARENT VOICEThe Family Behind the Mission
Behind Team Genius Squad is a family mission: helping children feel confident, capable, and excited to learn.
Ava's mom brings the parent perspective to every product, message, and experience — making sure each piece truly speaks to families in a real and meaningful way.
From Box to Breakthrough
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Kids get hands-on with science, creativity, and problem solving.
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They finish proud, curious, and ready to learn more.
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"My son finished and instantly asked when he could build the next one. He hasn't asked for the iPad in 3 days."
"Worth every dollar. The kits feel premium and my daughter actually explains the science back to us."
"Seeing my granddaughter hug a doll that looks like her, dressed as a doctor — I cried. Best gift I've given."
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