Grades 2 - 5

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 →

Avast, me hearty, or ye’ll be walkin’ the plank! – or so we’d like to think. Pirates had a host of punishments for their unlucky captives, but walking the plank is likely just a myth. Learn… More →

Give emerging readers a fresh, exciting look at the seasons with Bearport's new Signs of the Seasons series! Using familiar seasonal signs in ways that create informative and engaging… More →

Don’t be fooled by the charisma and flashy demeanor of The Miz. Once the bell rings and the match starts, he’s as tough and inventive as any wrestler. His commitment, desire, and signature… 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 →

Qigong is the force behind the Shaolin monks’ physical and mental prowess. It is their mastery of qi, or energy flow, that allows them to execute superhuman feats. Young readers will be… More →

From silent assassins to battle-hungry soldiers, this series focuses on the most effective and deadly warriors from throughout history. Readers will learn about the methods, weapons, and… More →

A beast of a man from Ireland, Sheamus uses his size and strength to punish his opponents. Although his career is young, he has already made an impact in wrestling. He has won many belts,… More →

Jack Swagger calls himself “The All-American American” because of his traditional American wrestling style. Countless wrestlers have submitted to his painful ankle lock, a move that has won… More →