What do kites, writing, gunpowder, and the number zero have in common? They all have histories in Asia, the world’s largest continent! In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Asia, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Asia!
What do writing, surgery, glaciers, and fossils have in common? They all have histories in Africa, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Africa, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Africa!
What do ancient ice, deep-sea creatures, a red waterfall, and amazing journeys have in common? They all have histories in Antarctica, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Antarctica, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Antarctica!
Invites readersto take a fresh, creative look at a basement through playful,conversational text and fun tips.
Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at the attic through playful, conversational text and fun tips.
Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at the park through playful, conversational text and fun tips.
Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at the yard through playful, conversational text and fun tips.
Explores the world of school through poems meant for rapping. Includes suggestions for how to create raps about school.
Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at the library through playful, conversational text and fun tips.
Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at the mall through playful, conversational text and fun tips.
Learn about the powerful soldiers who make up the U.S. Air Force, including what they do and the training it takes to become one.
Invites readers to explore the mysteries of haunted prisons through closely leveled text and engaging infographics.
Invites readers to explore the mysteries of haunted houses through closely leveled text and engaging infographics.
Invites readers to explore the mysteries of haunted battle sites through closely leveled text and engaging infographics.
Invites readers to explore the mysteries of haunted hotels through closely leveled text and engaging infographics.
Invites readers to explore the mysteries of haunted cemeteries through closely leveled text and engaging infographics.
History recognizes the leadership and voice Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to the civil rights movement in 1960s America. A 30-foot tall statue of Dr. King gazes into the future full of hope for all humanity. His words of peace are carved in the walls of the monument as a reminder to all Americans of the power of peaceful protest. Learn all about the first national memorial to an African American.
She was a gift of friendship and peace between France and the United States. “Liberty Enlightening the World” stands now as a symbol of America’s embrace of freedom and democracy. Find out why 4 million visitors each year come to see this majestic statue in New York’s harbor.
A rocky outpost near Baltimore played a bigger role in the history of the United States than anyone imagined it ever would. After America gained its freedom in 1776, the British were determined not to allow the new nation to trade with its enemy France. Discover the unique role Fort McHenry played during the War of 1812.
For millions of people, leaving home and coming to America meant giving up family and all things familiar. For more than sixty years, one site was the first place in America all new immigrants saw. Find out why Ellis Island holds such an important place in America’s history.
One of the most visited places in North America, Grand Canyon National Park is like an open window to Earth’s geologic history. The carving of the canyon’s walls by erosion left a cross-section of the Earth’s crust from millions and millions of years ago. See for yourself how grand and beautiful this gorgeous gorge really is.
As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. It’s all thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President Ulysses S. Grant and adventurer President Theodore Roosevelt. Today we can enjoy nature as it was in the early days of our nation.
Where can you go to see lions, and tigers, and bears? You can go to the zoo! A trip to the zoo can be very exciting. A trip to the zoo is also a great way to learn about animal habitats in faraway places.
Do you like to collect things? Many people do. Some people collect art. Others collect objects from history. Some people collect cars or toys. You can collect just about anything! There are almost as many museums as there are things to collect. Take a trip back in time and learn more about these amazing places.
When you hear the word "playground," what do you think of? Do you picture slides and swings? Do you think of climbing walls and tunnels? Or do you picture pirate ships and space to run? Over the years, playgrounds have changed in many ways. But they have always been a place where children can enjoy themselves and learn important lessons about safety and getting along with others. Discover how playgrounds came to be and how they have changed over the years.
