Grade 5
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We're the Center of the Universe!: Science's Biggest Mistakes about Astronomy and Physics
From the Series Science Gets It Wrong
Does the universe circle around Earth? Do creatures live on the sun? Can you tell the future by looking at the stars? At one time, science supported wild notions like these! But later studies Read More →
We Shall Not Be Denied: A Timeline of Voting Rights and Suppression in America
If you're under 18, you might be thinking, "Why do voting rights matter to me? I'm too young to vote." Voting is how our country chooses government leaders to make important decisions that… Read More →
Whales
From the Series Animal Lives
Learn all about the amazing world of whales, and follow their lives from calf to adult. Read More →
Whales!: The Gentle Giants
From the Series Explore!
Whales are beautiful creatures known for their massive size. Seeing a whale in the wild is a memorable nature experience. These amazing animals live in the oceans of the Antarctic to the west Read More →
What Are Conspiracy Theories?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Learn all about conspiracy theories that have emerged from the past to today. This accessible overview introduces young readers to thinking critically about the information they may glean… Read More →
What Are Hoaxes and Lies?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Read about hoaxes and lies that have been spread in both the past and present, and learn how they have deceived people. Readers will discover tips on how to identify a hoax and learn to think Read More →
What Are Satire and Parody?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Satire and parody existed long before modern times. Readers will get an invaluable overview of how to identify satire and parody and how to think critically about current events. Read More →
What Are the Articles of Confederation?: And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
From the Series Six Questions of American History
In June 1776, colonial delegates to the Continental Congress began writing a document to set up a new country—with a government independent from Britain. The Articles of Confederation created Read More →
What Are You Figuring Now?: A Story about Benjamin Banneker
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
In 1791 plans for the new capital city, Washington, DC, were in the works, but someone was needed to help with the surveying. Thomas Jefferson recommended Benjamin Banneker for the job.… Read More →
What Difference Could a Waterway Make?: And Other Questions about the Erie Canal
From the Series Six Questions of American History
In the early 1800s, many Americans living in the eastern states wanted to explore the western frontier. Vast amounts of land and resources lay to the west—but the Appalachian Mountains formed Read More →
What I Had Was Singing: The Story of Marian Anderson
From the Series Trailblazer Biographies
Even as a little child, Marian Anderson knew what she wanted to do. More than anything in the world, she wanted to sing. From the age of six, Marian amazed her listeners with the beauty of… Read More →
What Is Propaganda?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Introduce readers to the concept of propaganda by analyzing examples from the past and present. This approachable overview includes tips on how to spot propaganda and how to respond to fake news. Read More →
What Makes Medical Technology Safer?
From the Series Engineering Keeps Us Safe
If you pay attention to the news, you've probably seen some scary headlines: deadly viruses spreading, obesity on the rise, and more. But the truth is, most of these scary health issues have… Read More →
What Makes Sports Gear Safer?
From the Series Engineering Keeps Us Safe
If you pay attention to the news, you've probably seen some scary headlines: fiery NASCAR crashes, career-ending sports injuries, and more. But the truth is, these kinds of accidents are… Read More →
What Makes Vehicles Safer?
From the Series Engineering Keeps Us Safe
If you pay attention to the news, you've probably seen some scary headlines: car and plane crashes, trains going off the tracks, and more. But the truth is, these kinds of accidents are rare. Read More →
What Makes Vehicles Safer?
From the Series Engineering Keeps Us Safe
If you pay attention to the news, you've probably seen some scary headlines: car and plane crashes, trains going off the tracks, and more. But the truth is, these kinds of accidents are rare. Read More →
What Protects Us During Natural Disasters?
From the Series Engineering Keeps Us Safe
If you pay attention to the news, you've probably seen some scary headlines: an entire town destroyed by a tornado, floodwaters up to house roofs, and more. But the truth is, these kinds of… Read More →
What's Great about Alabama?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Alabama? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Yellowhammer State! Explore Alabama's warm ocean coast, museums, and rich history. The Alabama by Map… Read More →
What's Great about Alaska?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Alaska? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Last Frontier! We'll explore Alaska's fun-filled parks, fascinating fairs, vast wilderness, and exciting Read More →
What's Great about Arizona?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Arizona? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Grand Canyon State! We'll explore Arizona's vibrant cities, stunning rock formations, exciting rodeos,… Read More →
What's Great about Arkansas?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Arkansas? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Natural State! Explore Arkansas's mountains, forests, big cities, and rich history. The Arkansas by… Read More →
What's Great about California?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about California? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Golden State! Explore California's beaches, mountains, film studios, and colorful history. The… Read More →
What's Great about Colorado?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Colorado? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Centennial State! Explore Colorado's snowy mountain peaks, wild rivers, and rich history. The Colorado Read More →
What's Great about Connecticut?
From the Series Our Great States
What's so great about Connecticut? Readers will build skills to identify and summarize the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Constitution State. We'll explore Connecticut's… Read More →