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.