Saving the Arctic
“Saving the Arctic” by Serena Haines, published by Teacher Created Materials in October 2018, is a 32-page exploration of the Arctic ecosystem, designed for intermediate readers. This book highlights the unique adaptations of the animals and people living in this icy landscape while addressing the critical issue of climate change and its impact on polar ice melting. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, it aims to enhance reading skills and spark curiosity about STEAM topics through engaging real-world examples.
Readers will find a wealth of information packed with factoids and informative sidebars that delve into environmental science and ecosystems. The book includes a hands-on STEAM challenge, making it suitable for makerspaces, and guides students through the engineering design process. Additionally, it features career advice from Smithsonian employees in STEAM fields, connecting readers to engineering innovations that address real-world problems. This edition serves as a valuable resource for understanding the importance of preserving the Arctic, not only for its inhabitants but for the health of the planet as a whole.
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The Arctic ecosystem is diverse, fascinating, and special. The animals and people who live there have adapted to the icy landscape. But because the Earth’s temperature is warming, the polar ice in the Arctic is melting. Discover why it’s so important to save the Arctic, not just for the people and animals who live there, but for the entire Earth, too! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students’ curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, it features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for use in a makerspace and teaches students every step of the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with content that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!
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