Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Grade 5 Kit
Item 28845
Grade 5
Lexile 720L
ISBN 9781493866304
Language English
Guided Rd. Level S-X
Interest Level 4-7
Build students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM curriculum uses real-world examples to give students insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems. The books feature dynamic images and text features that enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy, and include STEAM career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields.
Featuring high-interest topics based on Smithsonian content, each book includes a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step of the engineering design process and content thathighlights every aspect of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. By becoming STEAM proficient, students are prepared to answer complex questions, investigate global issues, and develop solutions for modern-day problems.These STEAM resources support social and emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom and align to state and national college and career readiness standards, including NGSS.
Smithsonian STEAM Readers Grade 5 Kit includes:
- Nonfiction books -15 titles, 6 copies each, 32 pages per book
- Standards-based reading, writing, and STEAM lessons
- Full-color Management Guide with balanced assessments
- Interactiv-eBooks
- Professional audio recordings of books
- Reproducible student activity sheets
Readers in the Kit
Designing National Parks 6-Pack
Learn how the National Park Service (NPS) has been guiding and enhancing visitors' experiences for more than 100 years! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29034
ISBN:9781493868193
The Art and Science of Skateboarding 6-Pack
Learn about the fascinating science" behind skateboard tricks and the design of skateboards! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives."
Item Number:29040
ISBN:9781493868254
Guided by Stars 6-Pack
Learn how ancient Polynesians navigated the Pacific using only the stars, the sky, and the ocean as their guides! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29041
ISBN:9781493868261
Plant Invaders 6-Pack
Learn how people are working to stop the growth of invasive plant species and what you can do to help! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29042
ISBN:9781493868278
Making an Ocean Ecosystem 6-Pack
Learn how they aquariums are created and how their tiniest members play big roles in these underwater worlds! This 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29043
ISBN:9781493868285
Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Grade 5 Add-on Pack
This Add-on Pack includes one copy of each of the 15 titles in Smithsonian STEAM Readers Grade 5 Kit.
Item Number:29139
ISBN:9781425826635
Saving a Species 6-Pack
Learn how Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is working hard to save animal species from extinction. This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29029
ISBN:9781493868148
Inka Terraces 6-Pack
Learn how engineers are turning to ancient Inka history for ideas on how to solve modern day problems! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29033
ISBN:9781493868186
Thomas Edison: Lighting a Revolution 6-Pack
Learn about Thomas Edison's inspiring life with this high-interest Smithsonian STEAM reader that touches on all aspects of STEAM. This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29038
ISBN:9781493868230
Living and Working in Space 6-Pack
Discover how astronauts function in a challenging environment that includes weightlessness, cramped quarters, and zero privacy. This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29035
ISBN:9781493868209
Life in a Cube 6-Pack
Learn how studying life in one cubic foot can teach us about life on the entire planet! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29030
ISBN:9781493868155
Saving Migratory Birds 6-Pack
Learn how ornithologists are using modern technology to help migratory birds. This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29031
ISBN:9781493868162
Digging Up Dinosaurs 6-Pack
Learn how scientists and museum curators bring dinosaur fossils from the ground into museum exhibits for all to see! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29032
ISBN:9781493868179
Making Music with Magnets 6-Pack
Magnets are the sparks that bring electric guitars to life! Follow the current to learn more about the world of making music with magnets! This 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29036
ISBN:9781493868216
Color-Changing Cephalopods 6-Pack
Read about the scientists who are closely studying cephalopods to learn how to mimic their amazing changeability." This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives."
Item Number:29037
ISBN:9781493868223
The Science of Glass 6-Pack
Learn how something as simple as glass has played a huge role in scientific exploration! This STEAM 6-Pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan that addresses literacy and engineering objectives.
Item Number:29039
ISBN:9781493868247
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Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Grade 1 Kit
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Content and Literacy Science Readers: Georgia STEAM/STEM First Grade Kit
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Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Grade 1 (Spanish)
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Content and Literacy Science Readers: Georgia STEAM/STEM Second Grade Kit
Build students' literacy and science skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation! This kit aligns to the Science Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE).
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ISBN:9780743926362
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Item Number:28843
ISBN:9781493866281
Content and Literacy Science Readers: Georgia STEAM/STEM Third Grade Kit
Build students' literacy and science skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation! This kit aligns to the Science Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE).
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Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Grade 3 (Spanish)
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ISBN:9780743926867
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ISBN:9781493866298
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ISBN:9781644919675
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ISBN:9798765952917
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