Grade 4

Great golfers mainly get eagles and birdies, meaning they shoot under par! This book introduces young readers to the game of golf. It explains the sport’s basic rules, necessary equipment,… More →

Vlad Dracula was the Prince of Wallachia, a region of Romania, in the Middle Ages. A cruel tyrant, he became known as Vlad the Impaler because he killed his enemies by impaling them on sharp… More →

What does it take to become a member of the U.S. Air Force? Readers will find out as they follow aspiring airmen through basic training in Air Force: Civilian to Airman. Kids will get an… More →

Meet Ian Fisher. When he turned 17 years old in 2006, he announced that he wanted to become a soldier. It was good timing. The United States was at war in Iraq, and Ian was eager to help out. More →

In the 1950s, Californians invented skateboarding so they could surf on land. Roller skate wheels were attached to flat boards. Young readers will learn all about the sport of skateboarding,… More →

With their distinctive whiskers, playful nature, and friendly demeanor, miniature schnauzers have won the hearts of many pet owners over the years. In this narrative treat for dog lovers,… More →

Did you know that rat snakes can see better at night than most other snakes? Their vision helps them catch insects, rodents, and other prey. Explore the many habitats of rat snakes, what rat… More →

One of the oldest diseases in history, malaria was once common all over the world. Some scientists believe that malaria may have killed more people than any other disease in human history.… More →

Cuba is a group of several islands. Long ago, one of the islands was called Treasure Island because it was a home base for many Caribbean pirates. Young readers will learn about life in… More →

The Orleans Saints were playing in the Super Bowl for the first time in the team's 43-year history. A Super Bowl win would mean a lot to the people of Orleans, who were still rebuilding… More →

In the summer of 1906, banker Charles Warren and his family rented a home in Oyster Bay, Long Island. They were hoping to have a relaxing vacation on the beach. Once in the house, however,… More →

Many people claim to have seen ghosts. Some say they saw an apparition or heard noises in their home when they were alone. Others claim that a drop in temperature signaled a ghost’s presence. More →