Grade 5

The Morgan horse is the first American breed to be used around the world. With a friendly temperament, athletic build, and keen intellect, the Morgan is very versatile. Morgans are… More →

Wealthy ancient Romans got their kicks at the arena, where convicted criminals, slaves, and prisoners of war were pitted against each other in physical combat. The contenders were called… More →

Young Spartans left home at seven years old to begin their military training. They were desensitized to pain and hunger and encouraged to steal when they needed to. Readers will discover the… More →

Since entering the ring for the first time in 2005, CM Punk has made himself stand out with his thrilling moves and ability to engage the audience. He has won several titles, including the… More →

When U.S. soldiers are hard at work battling the enemy, who can they turn to for help? America's military animals! From dolphins and sea lions that hunt for deadly sea mines, to dogs that are More →

Colombia is known for its biodiversity and many important crops, especially coffee. It also produces more emeralds and roses than any other country in the world. This title presents the… More →

Amar'e Stoudemire knows how to make an impact on the court. A six-time NBA All-Star and winner of the Rookie of the Year Award, Amar'e joined the New York Knicks in 2010 and immediately… More →

From rescue missions in the remote villages of Afghanistan to assignments in American cities after disasters such as the September 11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina, the men and women of the… More →

Māori warriors would unnerve the enemy with their dances called haka. The peruperu was a war haka performed before battle. In it, the warriors would wave their weapons and contort their faces More →

Mongol warriors were expert archers. They used this skill in battle, where opponents met a slew of arrows born of Mongol cunning and craft. “Howling” arrows whistled as they descended into… More →

The men and women of the United States Coast Guard are always on call to protect their nation's coasts and help those who are in trouble at sea. In Today's Coast Guard Heroes, kids will meet… More →

One night in February 2010, a suicide bomber approached an American military base in Afghanistan. Wearing 25 pounds of explosives, the man tried to sneak inside the building. However, three… More →