Kristy Stark

Making models is a fun activity for people who like to build things. But, it isn't all fun and games. Models were originally created to solve problems and simplify complex ideas. Today, models are used by scientists, architects, and filmmakers. Whether you build as a hobby or for your next science project, creating models can be fun and educational. This informational text builds math content knowledge and literacy skills, and uses real-world examples...

Quidditch is the sport played by Hogwarts students in the Harry Potter books. In 2005, some students at Middlebury College in Vermont decided they wanted to play Quidditch, too. Now, Quidditch is a real sport that anyone can play. Get ready to make a game plan and plot your course for Quidditch as you learn coordinate planes! This high-interest math reader integrates math and literacy skills, combining informational text, problem-solving, and real-world...

Junípero Serra was an influential Franciscan missionary who created missions that stretched from San Francisco to San Diego. His impact on California is still felt-and debated-today. Introduce students to his life with this nonfiction biography that builds students' reading skills and promotes social studies content literacy. The dynamic primary source maps, letters, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested...

What do the companies Bee Sweet Lemonade, Mo's Bows, Man Cans, and Stinky Feet Girlz have in common? They were all started by young entrepreneurs! This inspiring math reader describes the real-life success stories of the young individuals who created businesses selling lemonade, candles, clothing, and bow ties. Through the use of real-world examples of problem solving, students will practice addition and subtraction while learning new concepts and...

Have you ever thought about how a soccer field is different from a football field? Or how a tennis court is different from a basketball court? Each sport has a surface with a purpose! Explore partitioned shapes with this Spanish math book that seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach math concepts. Text features include images, a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to build students'...

Earthquakes can leave people and property in bad shape. At times, they can be deadly. Find out about the science of studying earthquakes and the men and women who track the movements of the ground below us. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge...

Many large companies and business owners have experienced failures. In an attempt to grow their companies and keep up with the demands of consumers, businesses like Sony, Ford, and Frito-Lay took risks that crash-landed instead of paying off. Learn about some of the biggest business blunders that companies have made with this informational text that is packed with fun facts, fascinating sidebars, and high-interest content. Featuring TIME© content...

Los terremotos pueden dejar en malas condiciones a las personas y las propiedades. A veces, pueden ser mortales. Descubra la ciencia del estudio de los terremotos y los hombres y mujeres que rastrean los movimientos del suelo debajo de nosotros. Creado en colaboración con la Institución Smithsonian, este libro en español despierta la curiosidad sobre los temas de STEAM a través de ejemplos del mundo real. Cuenta con un desafío STEAM práctico...

The United States has many places to live. People choose to live in small towns and big cities. Why do people live where they do? With examples from both the past and present, this Spanish book teaches beginning readers about the history of immigration to the United States and the factors that influence where people live. Dynamic images in conjunction with Spanish text provides first grade students with an inviting learning experience as they build...

Este libro en español enseña a los estudiantes sobre las causas de los incendios forestales, cómo los bomberos los apagan, las diferencias entre los diferentes tipos de incendios, cómo prevenirlos y las secuelas de los incendios forestales tanto en las personas como en el medio ambiente. Creado en colaboración con la Institución Smithsonian, este libro de STEAM despertará la curiosidad sobre los temas de STEAM a través de ejemplos del mundo...