With a Viking mascot and distinctly purple uniforms, the Minnesota Vikings have been known as the “Purple People Eaters.” Their claim to fame began in the 1970s with head coach Bud Grant… More →
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Since the AFL and NFL merged, the Denver Broncos have won several championships including back-to-back Super Bowl games. This team has come a long way since the 1950s, when they wore… More →
When an NFL franchise was bought for Atlanta in 1965), Georgians were called upon to name the team. A teacher from the city of Griffin suggested “Falcons.” The birds of prey are proud, brave, More →
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were left without a single win in their first season, but they did not lose hope. In 2003, the Bucs defeated the Oakland Raiders 48-21 claiming their first Super Bowl More →
What if the spirits of the dead stay behind at the place where they died? Visitors to famous battlefields think some may do just that. They tell stories of ghostly fighting and spooky… More →
In Ice Storms, early fluent readers learn about the conditions that lead to and result from catastrophic ice storms. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers More →
Since 1920, the Chicago Bears have played over 1,000 games! This resilient franchise also boasts the most players inaugurated into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. George Halas, known as “Papa… More →
In Solar Power, early fluent readers learn the technology that allows us to turn the sun’s power into electricity. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers… More →
In Wind Power, early fluent readers learn about the technologies that allow us to transform wind into electricity. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers… More →