Grade 3

Alligators often lurk in swampy waters. They poke their eyes, ears, and nostrils out of the water to sense prey. This book offers children an alligator encounter, bringing the animal's… More →

An archipelago of over 7,100 islands in Southeast Asia, the Philippines sit near the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area often affected by earthquakes and volcanoes. With a long coastline and many… More →

The way a gorilla moves is called knuckle-walking. This is because the animal puts pressure on its knuckles when it moves. Beginning readers will learn how gorillas “walk,” why they beat… More →

One of the oldest horse breeds in the world, the Arabian Horse has been used by many cultures throughout history. It is valued for its friendliness, intelligence, and cooperation in many… More →

Many different civilizations have lived on the land that is now Peru. Today, tourists travel to this South American country to see Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca site. Learn more about Peru,… More →

The tactics of Zulu warriors made the Zulu nation one of the most powerful in Africa. In their most famous battle, they defeated an army of British soldiers. This book explores the history of More →

When disaster strikes, people aren't the only ones in danger. Earthquakes, forest fires, volcanoes, and hurricanes also threaten the lives of thousands of animals--but who will come to their… More →

The Undertaker is one of the most famous wrestlers of all time. He has wrestled in hundreds of matches and won several championships. Readers will learn about the Undertaker’s past, his… More →

A hippo's mouth is huge, measuring about four feet (1.2 m) from top to bottom when open. That's big enough for a six-year-old kid to fit inside! These big mouths make a lot of noise. Hippos… More →

Troy Polamalu has achieved NFL glory as a star safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Considered to be the greatest active defender in pro football, this unstoppable athlete creates… More →

It takes a lot of time and effort to become a cheerleader. Cheerleading requires spirit, energy, and practice. In this title, readers will learn the basics of cheerleading and what it takes… More →

Though they usually walk on all fours, chimpanzees are very similar to humans. They can stand and walk on just two limbs and are known to use tools. Young readers will be fascinated by the… More →