One of my favorite ways to introduce science concepts and dig a little deeper while also inspiring students is through read-alouds and a robust classroom library. This list includes my absolute favorite titles for 5th grade NGSS (Next Generations Science Standards).
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Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems: 5-LS1-1, 5-LS2-1, and 5-PS3-1
Stars and the Solar System: 5-ESS1-1, 5-ESS1-2, and 5-PS2-1
A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars
Star Stuff: Carl Sagan and the Mysteries of the Cosmos
Somewhere in the World Right Now
Earth’s Systems: 5-ESS2-1, 5-ESS2-2, and 5-ESS3-1
Solving the Puzzle Under the Sea
Structure and Properties of Matter: 5-PS1-1, 5-PS1-2, 5-PS1-3, and 5-PS1-4
What’s the Matter in Mr. Whiskers’ Room?
Matter: Physical Science for Kids
Classroom Resources
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Is there a pdf of this book list?
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