Smithsonian Readers Grade 1 : Solving Problems at the Zoo

At Smithsonian's National Zoo, keeping the zoo animals happy and healthy is a big job. Learn about the unique problems the zookeepers face and their creative solutions to caring for zoo animals. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this title builds students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation. A hands-on STEAM challenge guides students 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: science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics
• Dynamic images and text features enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy