Ruth Strother: Smithsonian Kids All-Star Readers: Outer Space Level 1 (Paperback)

Early readers can blast off into outer space with the Smithsonian in this leveled reader that supports STEM learning and introduces the planets, stars, galaxies, space exploration, and more. Developed in collaboration with the Smithsonian and esteemed literacy expert Dr. Adria Klein, Smithsonian Kids All-Star Readers: Outer Space Level 1 includes a carefully designed leveling structure for early readers. Covering STEM-oriented topics such as comets, asteroids, moons, and more, the concepts in this reader are reinforced by photos and include vocabulary familiar to kindergarteners and first-graders. After reading this introduction to nonfiction, children can use the included quiz and glossary to reinforce their reading comprehension.