How did Smithsonian conservators save the prototype of an experimental Nazi airplane from ruin? How did ancient civilizations keep track of time--without the use of modern technology? Students will find the answers to these questions and many more with this STEAM book set devoted to history and culture! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, these fact-packed informational texts engage students' curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. This set features hands-on STEAM challenges that are perfect for makerspace activities and that guide students through every step of the engineering design process. It makes STEAM career connections by offering career advice from real-life Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Each book in this set touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math! Take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian with this set that includes these titles: Powered by Steam; The Culture of Calendars; Conserving an Aircraft.