Grade 5
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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 →
World War II: What Can We Learn from the People Who Witnessed War?
From the Series Witness to War
World War II was one of the most wide-reaching conflicts in history. This book reveals the devastating impact of this terrible war and how it changed the lives of those who witnessed it.… Read More →
World War I: What Can We Learn from the People Who Witnessed War?
From the Series Witness to War
World War I was a devastating war that changed the lives of all who lived through it. This book shines a light on what it was like to experience this terrible conflict, both on the… Read More →
Wounded Brains: True Survival Stories
From the Series Powerful Medicine
• A triathlon athlete has part of her skull removed to relieve the pressure on her injured brain after a car accident. • A soldier, wounded by a mortar explosion in Iraq, works with doctors… 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 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 →
Written in Bone: Buried Lives of Jamestown and Colonial Maryland
YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Finalist One of the Best Books of the Year: Chicago Public Library, School Library Journal, Science Books & Films Bright white teeth.… 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 →
Yao Ming, 2nd Edition
From the Series Sports Heroes and Legends
Yao Ming is a force on the basketball court. The center, born in Shanghai, China, towers over opponents at 7-foot-6. His strength, agility, and hard work have made him one of the most… 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!
Ellie feels like she is disappointing people if she says '"no." One way or another, she thinks she is hurting someone's feelings. Or she puts other people's wants or needs in front of her… 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 →
Your Respiratory System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The respiratory system is made up of the nose, the throat, the lungs, and other parts. But what does the respiratory system do? And how do its parts work together to keep your body healthy?… Read More →
Your Skeletal System
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Your Body Work?
The skeletal system is made up of about two hundred and six bones. But what exactly is a bone? And how do bones help your body function? Explore the skeletal system in this engaging and… Read More →
YouTube Founders Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim
From the Series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Have you ever watched a home video that went viral on the Internet? Then you've probably heard of the company YouTube. YouTube was created by Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim in… Read More →