FUNomenal Readers from the HMH Into Science curriculum for Grade 3.

These are lesson-aligned, "factual fiction" books designed to support hands-on activities and model scientific practices for students. 16 pages each

The curriculum for Grade 3 is built around the 5E instructional model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) and covers several core scientific units:

Core Grade 3 Science UnitsForces and Motion: Covers balanced and unbalanced forces, as well as patterns of motion and friction.

Life Cycles and Inherited Traits: Focuses on how all organisms have a life cycle and how plants and animals inherit traits from their parents.

Organisms and Their Environments: Explores how adaptations aid survival and how environments change over time.

Earth and Space: Includes lessons on the solar system, weather patterns, and the water cycle.

Fossils: Teaches students how fossils provide evidence of past environments and extinction.

Key Features of Into SciencePhenomena-Driven: Lessons begin with a real-world phenomenon to anchor student learning.CER Framework:

Students practice scientific reasoning by making Claims, gathering Evidence, and applying Reasoning.Integrated STEM: Engineering and technology concepts are integrated into every unit.

This listing is for Purple Advanced readers