Space Mysteries: Set 1

As evidenced by popular movies and books, space continues to enthrall people of all ages. Reader's discover fascinating queries including whether another life-supporting planet like Earth may exist, if UFOs are really out there, and where our Moon came from. After learning about the most recent scientific research on these subjects, readers can decide for themselves what they believe. Vivid photographs accompany the text and emphasize the awe-inspiring depths of space.
• High-interest topics attract reluctant readers
• Vocabulary and topics drawn from elementary science curriculum
• Captivating photographs aid in reading comprehension
• Graphic organizers summarize and enhance text
• Suggested reading and websites provide readers with further learning opportunities Give students a safe place to explore and create! This robust interactive eBook set combines informational text on the animals of Asia with rich media hotspots containing videos, photos, maps, and charts. Struggling readers can make the text more accessible by choosing actor-read audio narration and text highlighting. Optional digital content creation tools guide students in:
• Creating a blog
• Composing a digital storyboard
• Building a wiki page These professional-looking student projects can be printed, emailed, or posted. Student learn to:
• Create digital content
• Use copyright-friendly media
• Cite their sources
• Comment on each others' work Simple lesson plans for each lesson include:
• Common Core Standards supported by the activity
• Small and large group instructions
• Parent Activities
• Links to free web 2.0 tools