Smithsonian: Blue Crab Comeback Ebook

Millions of blue crabs are caught in the Chesapeake Bay each year. But there is a big problem brewing in the bay. The blue crab population is shrinking. Why? Scientists and watermen have teamed up to study the lives of blue crabs. Learn about the work they are doing to save blue crabs and the fishing industry. Featuring a topic based on Smithsonian content, this e-book builds students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation. A hands-on STEAM challenge will guide students through the engineering design process: researching the issue, designing and testing a solution, evaluating the results, and improving the process. Through real-world examples, students will gain insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems. This book includes content that highlights every aspect of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. It also features STEAM career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. By becoming STEAM proficient, students are prepared to answer complex questions, investigate global issues, develop solutions for modern-day problems, and are ready for college and career.