Grades 2 - 5

Transylvania was once home to Vlad III, a ruler whose murderous reputation left thousands dead by impalement. The weight of his cruelty still rests in the dark forests and icy castle chambers More →

Northwest Arizona is home to one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the country. The Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years as the Colorado River carved through layers of… More →

In the Tower of London, the ghosts are known by name. They are the infamous nobility of times past, and they all boast stories of gruesome and untimely death. Today, the spirits often reveal… More →

The Stanley Hotel in Colorado offers all the amenities for a comfortable stay: warm beds, fine dining, and the occasional visit by a ghost. Reluctant readers will be mystified by the… More →

Decades ago, Alabama witnessed the beginnings of the civil rights movement. Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a Montgomery city bus. Her activism led to a boycott… More →

Arkansas is full of hidden gems—literally! Beautiful rocks and minerals surface at Crater of Diamonds State Park, a diamond mine open to the public. But there’s much more to discover in this… More →

Some historians believe that Connecticut’s constitution, adopted in 1639, later influenced the Constitution of the United States. This earned Connecticut the prestigious official nickname of… More →

California seems to have it all. It leads the nation in multiple industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, entertainment, and technology. Mountains, valleys, beaches, and deserts can… More →

On December 7, 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the United States Constitution, thus earning it the nickname, “The First State.” Despite its modest size, Delaware is now home… More →

Rising from the center of the state, the Rocky Mountains can take credit for Colorado’s reputation as a hub for outdoor adventure. Skiers flock to resorts near snow-capped peaks, and… More →

Long ago, the cemeteries of Paris were overflowing with dead bodies. The solution? Dig up the bones and move them to quarries beneath the city. Now the dark tunnels are artfully lined with… More →

When we think of Alaska, we often think of snow. The state is home to Glacier Bay, the Juneau Ice Field, skijoring, and the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. In this book, discover how the… More →