Published: 2019-07-01
Total Pages: 35
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The National Museum of Natural History has been displaying fossils for over 100 years. Learn about the challenges that museums face when designing fossil exhibits. You'll also learn how studying fossils helps scientists learn about prehistoric species and their habitats. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this book builds students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation through real-world examples. Features include: A hands-on STEAM challenge guides students through each step of the engineering design process and is ideal for makerspace activities; Content that highlights every component of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics; Dynamic images and text features enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy; Make career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan that specifically supports guided reading instruction.