Dealing with Wildfires (STEAM Smithsonian Reader for 2nd Grade students – 6-9 year old reading level) (Smithsonian: Informational Text)

How do wildfires start and what can people do to stay safe from them? This informative title teaches students about the causes of wildfires, how firefighters put them out, the differences between different types of fire, how to prevent wildfires, and the aftereffects of wildfires on both people and the environment. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book builds students’ literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation through real-world examples. Features include: A hands-on STEAM challenge guides students through each step of the engineering design process and is ideal for makerspace activities 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 Make career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields