Travel Adventures: The Galápagos Islands: Understanding Decimals

Take a trip to the Galápagos Islands while learning decimals! The Galápagos Islands are a vibrant green and blue archipelago, teeming with fascinating wildlife and unparalleled beauty. Come swim with sea lions, fly with bats, and flock with finches on a visit to this enchanting world at the equator that is unlike any other place on earth.

This informational text builds math content knowledge and literacy skills, and uses real-world examples to help students explore math in a meaningful way.

• Text features include a table of contents, a glossary, an index, and detailed images to develop academic vocabulary and critical literacy skills.
• The Problem Solving section and Let's Explore Math sidebars extensive opportunities for students to practice what they have learned.
• The DOK-leveled Math Talk section includes questions that facilitate mathematical discourse, and activities that students can respond to at home or school.

Aligned to Common Core State Standards, TESOL/WIDA, and other standards, this high-interest text is sure to captivate readers as they are engaged in learning.