Grade 6 - 9

Metals and nonmetals make up almost everything in our world. They represent the two biggest sections on the periodic table of elements. But what exactly makes a metal? How are nonmetals… More →

Metamorphic rocks form deep below EarthХs surface. Over thousands of years, they make their way to the surface. Then they are collected for use as building materials, sharpened tools, and… More →

Mexico has almost 6,000 miles of coastline. It borders both the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. Readers will discover the diverse physical features of Mexico, the variety of wildlife it… More →

Microsoft is the world's largest software company! From the Windows operating system to the Xbox gaming console, Microsoft's products have led the company to immense success. In this… More →

Soldiers regularly put themselves in harm's way to promote peace and protect freedom. This means they have great appreciation for their robotic stand-ins-- PackBots. The remote-controlled… More →

Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time! Through informative text and photos, this title introduces readers to the history of Minecraft from its beginnings to the present-day,… More →

Many kinds of vehicles can be made into monster vehicles. Monster trucks are the most popular, but there are also monster motorcycles, cars, and vans! Readers will explore the history of… More →

One is a 100th birthday present from France, one was once the tallest building in the world, and one was sculpted in China. What are we talking about? United States monuments and memorials,… More →

Mosasaurs had two rows of sharp teeth. They easily snapped up prey! In this hi/lo title, readers are introduced to Mosasaurs' body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and… More →

A roller coaster speeds down a hill while a merry-go-round spins and spins. Motion is movement in many different ways. Learn what causes motion, how we measure the movement, and Newton's laws More →

Motocross racing and moto-X freestyle both require these versatile cycles. Students will learn about the origin of motocross cycles, how they are modified for racing or freestyle, and how… More →

Trespassing in mountain lion habitat is a dangerous idea. Mountain lions do not share their territory, and they will not hesitate to stalk, pounce, and bite to defend it. Read about people… More →