Grade 4

Thomas Paine believed that American liberty was not only possible but worth dying for. He was dissatisfied with his quiet life until he traveled to the American colonies. There, the cause of… Read More →

The outside layer of our planet is an active place. Earth's crust is always growing and changing. But do you know how Earth's crust forms? And what happens when its plates shift suddenly?… Read More →

For centuries vampires have been known for sleeping in coffins and using their fangs to drink the blood of their victims. Ancient mummies were said to be cursed to come after the living. The… Read More →

Ollie Iguana is the cleverest lizard at Riverside School of Innovation, and he's not about to let his paradise be overrun by humans! Ollie's hilarious and crafty attempts to reclaim his home… Read More →

The world's security and safety depend on the top-secret agents who carry out undercover operations. Make sure this force is on your radar! Inside you'll find these features: Real-Life… Read More →

When is a list also a poem? When it's a list poem! List poems can be funny or serious, rhymed or unrhymed. Award-winning author Brian P. Cleary explains how these types of poems work—and… Read More →

Prepositions do their job/in a way that just amazes—/Relating nouns and pronouns/to the other words and phrases. In this 20th anniversary edition of Under, Over, By the Clover, author Brian… Read More →

Have fun learning about language! In this fun-filled book, playful puns and comical cartoon cats combine to show, not tell, readers what prepositions are all about. Each preposition in the… Read More →

The ocean we know - the one we swim, fish and play in - is very different from the deep water far from land. The deep ocean has no light, and the water pressure is so great it can shatter… Read More →

What is AI and why does it matter? The use of artificial intelligence is on the rise and the programs are always evolving. Discover how machines learn, the reasons for AI bias, and why it’s… Read More →

Learn all about COVID-19, including its global spread, social distancing guidelines, and the search for a vaccine. This approachable book will help readers understand the pandemic and answer… Read More →

It is easy to spend money when you have a credit card or a loan. But it is also easy to spend or borrow more than you can afford. How can you use credit responsibly? How can you avoid going… Read More →

Gold Medal Winner, Family Choice Awards Understanding Myself will encourage kids to notice just what their emotions are telling them about themselves, their friends, and family. Strong… Read More →

If you think construction workers have a tough job, try doing it underwater. These professionals stay underwater for hours to build bridges and buildings beneath the surface. Dive in to… Read More →

The Creative Robot Contest is finally underway! Which team will captivate the audience’s hearts and claim the top spot in the popularity vote? Before the official judges’ evaluation, the… Read More →

Pack your bags! We’re headed to the United Kingdom. On this whirlwind tour, you’ll learn all about the country’s landscape, culture, people, and more. We’ll explore green valleys and… Read More →

Winner of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards for Author and Illustrator A Caldecott Honor Book A Sibert Honor Book Longlisted for the National Book Award A Kirkus Prize Finalist A Boston… Read More →

Hold your horses! Don't let the cat out of the bag. Don't count your chickens before they're hatched. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when there aren't any… Read More →