Learn all about rocks and minerals and how we study them. Almost all rocks are made of minerals. Learn about the three different types of rocks: igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks, and metamorphic rocks. A rock can even transform over millions of years from one type of rock to another during the rock cycle. Easy-to-read text paired with vibrant images keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity where students can see how ...

The way we live affects our home - Earth. While people have lived on Earth for a long time, we are just beginning to see the impact of our actions on our planet. From pollution to thoughtful farming, explore the harmful and beneficial ways we use natural resources so that we can become conservationists that protect our planet. Teach third-grade students about deforestation, desertification, the greenhouse effect, terracing that prevents land erosion, and more with the vibrant photographs i...

The Earth's surface is always changing. Learn how weathering and erosion constantly reshapes the earth through wind, water, and more! Even people can drastically change the earth's surface. With the help of easy-to-read text and bright, colorful images, this reader simplifies challenging scientific topics while keeping students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity where students can see what happens when land erodes. A helpful...

Understanding the value of money makes good financial "cents!" Students will learn financial literacy through real-world examples including creating a budget, analyzing family finances, determining value, and saving for a large purchase. This Spanish math reader integrates math and literacy skills, combining informational text, problem-solving, and real-world connections to help students explore mathematics in a meaningful way. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section facilitates mathematical dis...

Have you ever seen a tree at the grocery store buying dinner? Probably not! Discover how plants harness solar energy and other elements to make their own food through photosynthesis, a crucial process upon which all living things depend. Third-grade students will enjoy learning about photosynthesis and plant structures through this high-interest informational text filled with fun facts and colorful images. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, a hands-on "Think Like a Scientist...

Why is my backpack so heavy? How much water should I drink in a day? Students will learn about volume, mass, and measurement while engaged in reading about real-life scenarios! This engaging Spanish e-book uses relevant examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The challenging practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what the...

This Spanish book teaches students important principles of volume and mass that they will be able to use in their daily lives, introducing them to new concepts and vocabulary terms like liter, kilogram, matter, and the metric system. Students will learn volume and mass through everyday examples including measuring food, weighing the contents of a backpack, feeding pets, and calculating how much water to drink per day. This math reader integrates math and literacy skills, combining informat...

Water moves and changes from liquid, to solid, to vapor! Learn about the different states of water, the water cycle, all the ways we use water, and how we can save water in this informative science reader. Easy-to-read text paired with vibrant images keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity where students can observe the water cycle over time. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

¡Aprende todo sobre la importancia de reciclar en este lector de ciencias informativo! La gente tira mucha basura, pero es importante reciclar para asegurarse de que la Tierra permanezca limpia y no esté llena de basura. ¡Los lectores aprenderán cómo reducir, reutilizar y reciclar para hacer su parte en ayudar a nuestro planeta! Las imágenes vibrantes son acompañadas de texto fácil de leer para mantener la atención de los estudiantes de principio a fin. Este lector también incluye instrucc...

Energy is everywhere and the transfer of energy is constant. Energy never stops! Use your kinetic energy to flip through the pages of this book to learn about the amazing ways that energy works. High-interest informational text, vibrant images and photographs, and fun facts throughout the book make learning about energy exciting. A "Think Like a Scientist" lab activity that supports STEM instruction is included at the end of the book for students to use what they learned in the text and ap...

What makes something a good value? Why is it important to use money wisely? How will creating a budget help you purchase a new bike? This engaging Spanish book will teach students financial literacy through the use of real-world examples while incorporating nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The challenging practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned...

Our toilets toil away for us every day. Yet, they get little thanks for their hard work! When you think of toilets, you probably picture one in your home. But, toilets can be very different around the world. At first glance, a toilet is a simple device, but they are critical for proper sanitation. There are many people worldwide who do not have access to a toilet. Let's dive into an exploration of the history, importance, and inner workings of toilets! This nonfiction book combines math an...