Smithsonian Readers

Smithsonian Readers

Build literacy skills while challenging students to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems!

Created in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, this dynamic series engages students with high-interest readers that highlight all aspects of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. Through hands-on STEAM activities, students will learn how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems.

Overview

Challenge students to explore, collaborate, and solve problems through hands-on, minds-on learning.

Strengthen literacy skills and content-area knowledge with high-interest readers and easy-to-implement lessons

Learn to apply the engineering design process to solve real-world problems

Promote the 4 Cs: communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity

Make career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields

Develop digital literacy skills with Interactiv-eBooks

Support English language learners and model fluency with professional audio recordings

In the Classroom

High-interest, leveled readers
Hands-on STEAM challenges
Teacher-friendly lessons
Interactive digital resources

Integrate Technology

Interactiv-eBooks and audio recordings enhance the reading experience and build 21st century skills. Chromebook compatible!

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Read what educators are saying about Smithsonian STEAM Readers from Teacher Created Materials!

Build literacy skills while challenging students to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems!

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In the Classroom

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