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ScienceSaurus is the smart choice for seamlessly integrating science and literacy. The handbook engages students with dynamic visuals and clear explanations of concepts in life, earth, physical, and environmental science, as well as in natural resources, and engineering and technology. Educators can use this all-in-one resource for reviewing and reinforcing science content while building literacy skills.
Key science concepts
With ScienceSaurus handbooks, educators can reinforce essential topics, including grade-level scientific investigations, data analysis, lab skills and safety, how to write lab reports, and test preparation skills. The handbooks are grade-banded for K–1, 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8.
A user-friendly resource
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Flexible implementation
Available in softcover format, ScienceSaurus can be used with any science or reading curriculum. ScienceSaurus and CienciaSauro are now included as digital supplements with HMH Into Science® for Grades K–5 and 6–8 and HMH Science Dimensions® for Grades K–8.
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New characters for increased diversity and inclusion
Updates to include more current science content
Full Spanish trans-adaptation available digitally with Arriba las Ciencias and Dimensiones de las Ciencias
2022 National Teacher of the Year finalist Autumn Rivera shares her journey as a middle school science teacher—from supporting social and emotional learning to making the great outdoors her classroom.
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