Saving a Species

Written by Angela Davids

Part of the Smithsonian Readers series

Explore how the Smithsonian fights animal extinction with STEAM innovations.

32 pages· 2,778 words· Est. 24 min read· 840L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the world of the Smithsonian's National Zoo, where dedicated teams battle to save endangered species. This engaging journey reveals real-world STEAM applications, offering a hands-on challenge that guides you through the engineering design process. Discover how science, technology, engineering, arts, and math converge to tackle pressing environmental issues. With insights from Smithsonian experts, this book not only builds literacy but also inspires future STEAM careers. Will these innovations be enough to protect our planet's precious wildlife?

From the publisher

Learn how employees at Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute are working hard to save animal species from extinction. 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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