Grade 5

What is it like to get trapped in a blinding sandstorm in the Sahara Desert? Or to be lost in a rain forest, battling stinging insects and other dangerous animals while trying to get back to… More →

Have you eaten yet? This common Thai greeting shows how much Thai people love food. If you’re feeling hungry, try some of their traditional dishes consisting of vegetables, curry spices, and… More →

Malcolm Smith was having a dynamite 2013­­–2014 season in the NFL. The young linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks had helped his team reach the NFC championship game against the San Francisco… More →

On a windy morning in April 2005, two friends set out to go fishing near Charleston, South Carolina. The teenagers paddled their small 15-foot (5.6 m) boat into the choppy Atlantic Ocean.… More →

Sergey Brin made surfing the Web much more convenient when he cofounded Google with Larry Page in 1998. The pair first ran Google out of a rented garage! Discover how this Russian immigrant… More →

Stepping out of MTV's shadow, The Miz wasted little time proving himself to wrestling fans. With a slew of championship belts, the “Awesome One” backs up his brash attitude with success in… More →

Traditional Chinese food is all about a simple balance of ingredients. Tasty vegetables, rice, and light sauces are combined. Sounds delicious, right? Beginning chefs will be prepared to cook More →

Secret passageways, stairways to the ceiling, and doors that open to walls. The Winchester Mystery House is full of tricks and traps. The heiress of the Winchester Rifle fortune built the… More →

One of two landlocked countries in South America, Bolivia is nestled in the heart of the Andes Mountains. Amid these peaks lies Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Learn… More →

Known as the fastest game on Earth, ice hockey has become a fan favorite in many countries. From pick-up games of pond hockey to the hard-hitting professional games, hockey is a fun reason to More →

Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America. Covered in thick forests, this tropical country was a part of the Spanish Empire for around 300 years. Become introduced to Nicaraguans… More →

You can spice up any meal with a hint of Mexican flavor. From avocados to beans and cheese, combine fresh ingredients with a few chili peppers, and you're set for a delicious meal. Explore… More →