Bøger i Smithsonian: Informational Tex serien

"If you were traveling to space, what would you wear? Luckily, some of the best engineers have figured that out for astronauts. They have the best gear to help them do their jobs in space and return home safely. Find out how space suits have changed over time and what they might look like in the future"--

"Electric vehicles, or EVs, have been around for over a hundred years. Early models had heavy batteries. Their charges didn't last very long. Today's EVs are light and speedy. Most can travel far on a single charge. Learn why modern EVs are enticing some drivers to "dump the pump!"--

"Earth is covered with volcanoes. They are exciting natural wonders. Volcanoes are dangerous, and they can be destructive. But, they are important to Earth's survival. Scientists who study volcanoes ask lots of questions. Read to find the answers and learn more about volcanoes"--

"What kind of weather is headed your way? Meteorologists make it their job to know. They tell you when sunshine is in the forecast. They tell you when it's going to rain. They spot severe storms, such as tornadoes and hurricanes, before they hit. Their work is important. It can even save lives"--

"Many people go to museums to see dinosaur fossils. But visitors would never get to see these displays without the work of paleontologists. They locate fossils, dig them out, and send them to labs to be cleaned and preserved. At museums, experts decide how to best display huge dinosaur bones. Learn how scientists bring these ancient animals into the modern world"--

Learn how the National Park Service (NPS) has been guiding and enhancing visitors' experiences for more than 100 years! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this Spanish STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a challenging hands-on STEAM challenge.

Learn about Thomas Edison's inspiring life with this high-interest Spanish Smithsonian STEAM reader that touches on all aspects of STEAM. Students will build their literacy skills and develop higher-order thinking skills through a hands-on STEAM challenge.

Learn how ancient Polynesians navigated the Pacific using only the stars, the sky, and the ocean as their guides! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest Spanish STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.

"There are worlds to explore under water. Entire ecosystems exist within oceans, lakes, and rivers. These worlds can also be re-created on land. Aquariums allow people to explore underwater environments with their feet on dry land. Learn about how they are created and how their tiniest and mightiest members play an important role!"--

"The Horten Ho 229 V3 was meant to change the outcome of World War II and pave the way for new, advanced German fighters. The radical plane never worked as planned, but it's still a fascinating and important part of history. Only one Horten still survives. A few years ago, it was in need of care. Discover how conservators saved the plane from further deterioration"--

Learn how engineers are turning to ancient Inka history for ideas on how to solve modern day problems! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest Spanish STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.