Product Overview
From Follett
"TCM 21727"--Back cover.;Includes index.;Our place in space -- What's a galaxy? -- Our galaxy -- How we know -- The big picture -- Glossary. "Earth is located in the Milky Way with the perfect conditions for life to thrive. It is one of many galaxies in the vast universe. In fact, scientists are still unsure how large the universe really is--some say it never ends. But with a universe so massive, who knows what else might be living out there?"--Provided by publisher.
From the Publisher
This nonfiction science reader will help fifth grade students gain science content knowledge while building their reading comprehension and literacy skills. This purposefully leveled text features hands-on, challenging science experiments and full-color images. Students will learn all about the Milky Way through this engaging text that supports STEM education and is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards. Important text features like a glossary and index will improve students close reading skills.