Grade 3 - 5

Marco has freckles. Lala talks with her hands. Tina has two dads. What makes a person different is one of the things that makes him or her special. Young readers can learn more about how our… More →

Most people carry a cell phone everywhere they go! But how do these everyday items work? This fact-filled title uses leveled text and bright photos to introduce the uses of cell phones,… More →

The United States government is strong. But no single person has all that power. What do you know about checks and balances? Discover the roles of the three branches of government, how their… More →

A flickering flame and the smoke curling from a burnt out candle have a lot in common. They are both signs of a chemical reaction. Learn all about the reactions from the smallest atomic… More →

From the composition of rocks and minerals to the constant changes happening in the human body, chemistry is all around us. Every day, scientists study nature and explore chemicals within… More →

Chemistry can make our world better. Farmers use special chemicals to help grow bigger and more nutritious crops. Chemists create new medicines that treat illnesses and pain. From plastics to More →

From a small Potawatomi village to the third-largest city in the United States, Chicago has grown a lot in 400 years! Readers can witness events in the city's history, from the World's Fair… More →

In Chinese New Year, early readers will learn about this Chinese holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers… More →

A chipmunk pokes its head out of a hole. Then it pops back down. Safe below ground, the chipmunk digs a hidden home for itself. When it's done, the chipmunk will sleep, eat, and stay safe in… More →

Christina Koch reached for the stars--and made it to space! As a kid, a love for science and engineering sent Christina to her school's rocket club and her backyard shed to build things with… More →

Would you like to travel to ancient Rome? What about visiting Manhattan before there were any skyscrapers? This fun series takes readers on a journey through different eras in the history of… More →

Throughout U.S. history, many groups of people have had to fight for their civil rights--and many are still fighting today. Black Lives Matter protesters work to bring safety to everyone… More →