Grade 3

Porcupines have three kinds of hair: fur, guard hairs, and quills. Fur keeps these rodents warm, guard hairs keep them dry, and quills keep them safe. When in danger, a porcupine will raise… More →

Haiti is a country that has experienced many hardships—most recently, a devastating earthquake in January of 2010. It is also a country with a rich history and a culture that is famous for… More →

Did you know that a Great Dane named George holds the record for the world’s tallest dog? Great Danes are large, graceful dogs that sometimes work as service dogs, assisting people who need… More →

In Electrifying Eco-Race Cars, kids will discover some of the coolest and most Earth-friendly cars around! From hydrogen-fueled race cars that can reach speeds of over 300 miles per hour to… More →

The Maine coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cats in the world. While most adult cats weigh 8-11 pounds, many Maine coons weigh as much as 18 pounds. Maine coons are also taller… More →

Do some animals really have the power of invisibility? In See-Through Animals, young readers will meet eight creatures whose clear body parts help them survive. Some animals, like the… More →

With their flat, paddle-like tails and their super-long front teeth, beavers are among North America’s most interesting animals. They are incredible builders, using branches and logs to dam… More →

Get ready for a hot read on some cool cars! From modified 1930s Ford cars, such as the “Deuce” roadster and classic Model T, to crazy VW Bugs and pumped-up pickup trucks, Hot Hot Rodswill… More →

People have raced stock cars for almost a century. The technology has changed, but the excitement of the races has remained the same. This title explains the history of stock cars, what’s… More →

Fasten your seat belts for some really fast rides! This series introduces thrill-seeking readers to the most amazing vehicles around, from the jet-powered Thrust SSC, which can reach speeds… More →

The first Siamese cats were probably bred around 500 years ago in Siam, the country that is now called Thailand. Some legends say that the cats lived in temples and were owned only by… More →

In the spring of 2010, wildlife biologist Tony Fischbach visited the Chukchi Sea off the northwest coast of Alaska. He was there to study walruses in their remote Arctic habitat, but it… More →