Grade 7

It’s 2007, and 12,000 spectators have turned out to watch a pack of wiener dogs compete for the title of “Fastest Wiener in the West”! Being dachshunds, many of the race’s participants choose More →

The M2A2 is an infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) used by the United States Armed Forces. It transports, assists, and protects infantry. Students will learn about the history and technology… More →

Sprint cars are small, speedy race cars that can be raced on paved or dirt tracks. They can move at over 140 miles per hour! Readers will explore the history of these compact, high-powered… More →

Was it too late to save the California condor? For thousands of years, these amazing birds soared above North America. Yet by the mid-1900s, hunting and contaminated food supplies had pushed… More →

Funny cars get their name from their appearance. Their back wheels are much larger than the front wheels. Students will learn about the history and technology behind these fast, exciting race cars. More →

Chihuahuas are the world’s tiniest dogs—but that doesn’t stop them from being some of the bravest and boldest canines around! Right off the bat, you’ll meet Zoey, a five-pound Chihuahua who… More →

Trucks equipped with four-wheel drive are able to travel over many difficult kinds of terrain. Readers will explore the history of 4x4 trucks and the technology that makes it possible for… More →

The elite special force of the United States Navy, SEALs are trained to carry out operations both on land and at sea. Students will learn about the tools used on missions, as well as the… More →

The Green Berets are one of the better-known special forces. Readers will learn the history of this elite force and the training and tools required to perform their dangerous missions. More →

The B-52 Stratofortress has been in service for over fifty years. It is a model of consistency for long-range bombers. Readers will explore the technology behind the B-52, the weapons it… More →

Humvees are versatile vehicles that are able to traverse almost any terrain. They are used to accomplish a variety of missions. Young readers will learn about the development and uses of the… More →

These dogs are small—but don’t let that fool you! They are some of the bravest, boldest, and smartest pets around. Whether saving a child from a deadly rattlesnake (Zoey, the Chihuahua) or… More →