Grade 4
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World War II Code Breakers
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
Discover the true stories of code breakers who worked behind the scenes during World War II. Men and women cracked enemy codes in order to gain information that helped the Allies win the war. Read More →
World War II Escapes and Rescues
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
Many daring escapes and rescues took place during World War II. Troops often faced harrowing conditions, including being captured by the enemy and getting lost at sea. Find out how they… Read More →
World War II Resistance Fighters
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
In the 1940s, Adolf Hitler and his Nazi German forces were taking control of European countries. They killed and assaulted people, stealing food and other supplies for themselves. Many in the Read More →
World War II Spies and Secret Agents
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
Under cover and in secret during World War II, Allied spies and secret agents worked behind the scenes to send messages, take pictures, and find out about the enemy's plans. These spies broke Read More →
Wrath of the Elements: The Legends of Amaterasu and Yu the Great
From the Series Graphic Mythology
Prepare for stories of elemental power from world mythology After Amaterasu’s parents create the islands of Japan, they put their children in charge of the natural world. Amaterasu becomes… Read More →
Write and Record Your Own Songs
From the Series Digital Makers (Alternator Books ® )
Perhaps you've always dreamed about performing your music for others. Grab a mic and let's get going! Share your music with family, friends, or even the whole world by writing a song and… Read More →
Write and Revise Your Project
From the Series Info Wise
You're ready to write your research paper or presentation. Learn how to create a convincing argument, support your opinions using facts and figures from reliable sources, and edit and revise… Read More →
Writer of the Plains: A Story about Willa Cather
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
From the time she was a young child, Willa Cather had a gift with words and she loved stories. As a child on the Nebraska prairie, she heard many stories from her neighbors, many of them… Read More →
Writing an Opinion Piece
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
Everyone has opinions. It's important to be able to express those opinions thoughtfully and clearly. Opinions have the power to influence someone’s thoughts and behavior. But without facts to Read More →
Writing a Personal Narrative
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
If you were to explain your life to someone, where would you start? What places, emotions, or senses are linked to specific moments in time? Photos can help stir up memories or give us… Read More →
Writing a Report
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
We can use reports to share balanced, researched information, usually at school or at work. You could write a report about any topic. What topic would you choose? Learn about the process of… Read More →
Writing Drama
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
Dramas are meant to be performed. Writers tell drama stories through dialogue and action. What kind of drama would you write? What characters would you write about, and where would they live? Read More →
Writing Fiction
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
Fiction can be exciting, romantic, realistic, fantastic, or anything in between. A striking picture can inspire a great idea, which could lead to an amazing story. Uncover all the elements of Read More →
Writing for Freedom: A Story about Lydia Maria Child
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
Lydia Maria Child grew up in the 1800s reading countless books. She defied the idea that girls weren't supposed to fill their minds with ideas and stories. They weren't supposed to write… Read More →
Writing Poetry
From the Series Pictures to Paragraphs (Alternator Books ®)
Poets create vivid images by playing with words and appealing to our senses. There are so many types of poems to try, from haiku to limericks. What kind of poem would you write? What would… Read More →
X-Rays: A Graphic History
From the Series Medical Breakthroughs
With X-rays, doctors detect problems human eyes can't see. X-rays are a form of invisible radiation. This powerful medical technology helps experts look inside the body and even treat… Read More →
Yellowstone: America's First National Park
From the Series Core Content Social Studies — Let's Celebrate America
As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. Thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President… Read More →
Yom Kippur: A Family Service
A creative and affordable prayer book built around concepts of tefillah (prayer), teshuvah (repentance), and tzedakah (sharing). Services include readings to challenge older children and… Read More →
You Can't Please Everyone!
This is a hopeful, helpful story for kids who need reassurance that they can be nice to others and be true to themselves. Ellie feels like she is disappointing people if she says “no.” One… Read More →
Your Circulatory System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The circulatory system is made up of the heart, the blood, and strong tubes called blood vessels. But what does the circulatory system do? And how do its parts work together to keep your body Read More →
Your Digestive System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The digestive system is made up of the tongue, the esophagus, the stomach, the intestines, and other parts. But what does the digestive system do? And how do its parts work together to keep… Read More →
Your Head Shape Reveals Your Personality!: Science's Biggest Mistakes about the Human Body
From the Series Science Gets It Wrong
Do your eyes send out light like headlights? Does your liver create blood? Do bumps on your head tell what's inside your brain? At one time, science supported wild notions like these! But… Read More →
Your Muscular System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The muscular system is made up of three different kinds of muscles: skeletal muscles, smooth muscle, and heart muscle. But what does each kind of muscle do? And where in the body are they… Read More →
Your Nervous System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The nervous system is made up of the brain, the nerves, and the spinal cord. But what does the nervous system do? And how do its parts work together to help your body function? Explore the… Read More →