Grade 5

Some people can hold their breath for a really long time. Other people suddenly gain superstrength when facing extreme circumstances. Our bodies can do some very silly things. Learn about the More →

What could be worse than math class? In ancient Greece, boys would train to become soldiers, and girls could learn only how to be mothers. Being a kid in ancient Greece was hard. Learn all… More →

Hurricanes can tower miles high in the sky and whip winds from a distance that would stretch from New York City to Miami. A hurricane may have even been responsible for helping the United… More →

How do plants get their energy? Through photosynthesis! Find out what a plant can do with a little water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight. Follow along with easy-to-understand content tied to… More →

The United States Constitution contains the rules of the nation. It says how the government should run. But how did it come to be? Learn about the creation of our nation’s systems with… More →

The Great Depression plunged the United States into years of uncertainty that challenged the whole country. Discover the causes of the depression, how the people of the world were impacted,… More →

From dandelions to dolphins, all living things are made up of the same itty-bitty things—cells. Discover the parts of a cell, the differences between plant and animal cells, how cells… More →

American colonists were sick of following the rules of a government across the ocean. So, they fought back in the Revolutionary War. Learn about the war that changed history with… More →

We eat to stay alive, but some unlucky eaters meet their deaths after feasting. Learn about the bizarre ways four people were finished by food. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 4th and 5th… More →

How would you like to experience 104 tornadoes in fewer than 6 hours? What about driving straight toward the storm in an armored vehicle decked out with equipment for studying the storm?… More →

From the moon landing to aliens visiting Earth, space is full of mysteries. But some things can be explained with science. Learn about the scientific method and how it can help you discover… More →

Some people say vampires are very clever and blend in well. Could you spot one before it came for your blood? Find out how you can identify a vampire and the ways you can fight back. This… More →