Grade 5

Kids will learn what it takes to be part of an elite group of soldiers in Green Berets in Action! Firsthand narratives reveal the heroic efforts of this special unit of the United States… More →

What secrets are buried within the crumbling walls of old asylums for the insane? Readers will get a glimpse of what these nightmare facilities were like before the dawn of the modern era.… More →

Troy Glaus always wanted to play for the Anaheim Angels. As the team’s third baseman in 2002, the moment he’d always dreamed of had finally arrived—he was up to bat in the World Series! His… More →

Batter up! Young sports fans will love meeting the World Series’ most recent MVPs in this exciting series on our national pastime! From the York Yankees’ Derek Jeter, who hit the game-tying More →

Many kinds of vehicles can be made into monster vehicles. Monster trucks are the most popular, but there are also monster motorcycles, cars, and vans! Readers will explore the history of… More →

Vert skateboarders cruise up and down ramps, launching into the air to perform dangerous tricks. Students will learn about the equipment, skill, and determination required to become a… More →

In-line skaters can compete in races or freestyle competitions. Both styles require great skill. Young readers will learn about the history of in-line skating, the equipment used in… More →

Not a sports bike and not a touring motorcycle, standard motorcycles fit the needs of riders who just want to get around town. Students will learn about these cheap, reliable, and easily… More →

Snocross racers drive snowmobiles through courses with sharp turns and huge jumps. Young readers will learn about the sport, snowmobiles, the safety equipment required to race, and how the… More →

Motocross racing and moto-X freestyle both require these versatile cycles. Students will learn about the origin of motocross cycles, how they are modified for racing or freestyle, and how… More →

The Army is one of the largest ground forces in the world. It uses many different vehicles and tools to accomplish missions. Students will discover how the military uses the latest technology More →

Pocket bikes are a specialized form of mini bike built for racing. Readers will learn how riders control these small motorcycles and the challenges they find in competition. More →