Castillos de arena (Building Sandcastles)

Finesse your sandcastle-building skills with this fun STEAM book! Students will examine the properties of sand and factors that influence sandcastle construction such as moisture and sunlight.

Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish book builds literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation. A hands-on STEAM challenge guides English language learners through each step of the engineering design process and is ideal for makerspace activities. Features include:

• Real-world examples provide insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems
• Content that highlights every component of STEAM
• Dynamic images and text features enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy
• Supports inquiry-based learning