Grade 6

2781 records found. Displaying 1945 - 1968.

Sports Shorts

This anthology of short, autobiographical stories has kids’ book authors telling tales of their own real-life athletic incidents. Some are funny, some are serious, and some put their own… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • ATOS: 5.4
  • Dewey: 813'.0108357
  • Copyright: 2005

Sports Top Tens

From the Series Entertainment's Top 10

Quick! Do you know which NFL quarterback has the career most passing yards? The answer's right here. Check out these top 10 lists to learn about top-notch athletes around the world. And when… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1070
  • ATOS: 6.7
  • Dewey: 796.02'1
  • Copyright: 2015
Fall 2023

Spotlight on Brazil

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

Brazil is one of the most diverse countries in the world. It is a global power in agriculture and industry. Discover the history of the country and learn what Brazil has in store for the future. Read More →

  • Dewey: 981
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on China

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

China is one of the world’s oldest and most powerful countries. From mountain ranges to bright cities, China is a large nation. With more than 1.4 billion people, it is the most populous… Read More →

  • Dewey: 951
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on France

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

France leads Europe's agricultural production and is one of the oldest countries worldwide. Learn more about France's history, economy, government, and more. Read More →

  • Dewey: 944
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on Germany

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

With the fourth-largest economy in the world, Germany is known for its car manufacturing and engineering. Learn more about Germany from its founding to modern leaders. Discover the Holocaust… Read More →

  • Dewey: 330.943
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on India

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

India is the largest democracy in the world as well as one of the wealthiest countries. Learn how India's history has formed its culture and government, then look into the future of this… Read More →

  • Dewey: 954
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on Japan

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

Japan is a global superpower. Home to over 125 million people, Japan is the sixth most populous nation in Asia. Japan is made up of thousands of islands. Learn about the country’s government… Read More →

  • Dewey: 952
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on Nigeria

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

With the largest population in Africa, Nigeria is an economic powerhouse. Uncover Nigeria's history, learn how it became a global power in energy and entertainment, and see what's in store… Read More →

  • Dewey: 966.9
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on Russia

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

Russia is a world power. Stretching from eastern Europe to northern Asia, Russia is the world's largest country. Over 140 million people live in Russia. Follow the country’s history from… Read More →

  • Dewey: 947
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on the United Kingdom

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

The United Kingdom is a world power. Made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the UK covers about 94,000 square miles. Learn about key leaders from the monarchs that ruled… Read More →

  • Dewey: 941
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spotlight on the United States

From the Series Countries on the World Stage

The United States is a global superpower. With fifty states and sixteen territories, the US is the world’s fourth largest country. More than 331 million people call the US home. Learn more… Read More →

  • Dewey: 973
  • Copyright: 2024
Fall 2023

Spy Stalkers: Using Science to Catch Spies

From the Series Crime Science

Espionage is one of the biggest modern-day threats to our security, so what can we do to stop it? This intriguing book explains how cutting-edge science and technology is used to stalk and… Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.8
  • Dewey: 340
  • Copyright: 2023

Stacey Abrams: Champion of Democracy

From the Series Gateway Biographies

Stacey Abrams is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and voting rights activist. After working in government, she founded Fair Fight Action to improve voting access. Learn about Abrams's early life and… Read More →

  • Lexile: 970
  • ATOS: 6.7
  • Dewey: 975.8/044092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2022

Stand Up!: Fighting for Civil Rights

From the Series Flash Points

Jackie Robinson plays his first game for the Dodgers in 1947. Hundreds of people boycott buses in Montgomery, Alabama. Seventeen people are killed in a march for voting equality. Two athletes Read More →

  • Lexile: 780
  • ATOS: 5.4
  • Dewey: 323
  • Copyright: 2018

Star-Crossed

From the Series AI High

When android teens join humans in high school, nothing will ever be the same. When Alyssa, a human, and Reid, an android, are partnered to work on a class project, neither is happy. They’ve… Read More →

  • Lexile: 740
  • ATOS: 4.8
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2019

Starlet Rivals

From the Series The Bollywood Academy

Twelve-year-old Bela has always dreamed about becoming a famous Bollywood star, and now the opportunity might finally be within her grasp. When a reality TV show gives her the chance to dance Read More →

  • Lexile: 760
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2022

Stars and Galaxies

From the Series Worlds Beyond

Each night, millions of stars light up the dark skies. Galaxies throughout the universe encompass thousands of stars. The appearance of stars in the sky have intrigued and enthralled humans… Read More →

  • Dewey: 523.8
  • Copyright: 2006

Stars and Galaxies in Action (An Augmented Reality Experience)

From the Series Space in Action: Augmented Reality (Alternator Books ® )

Stars are unimaginably massive and hot, and galaxies have billions of them. Stars are born in enormous clouds of dust and gas and often die in violent explosions that cause space itself to… Read More →

  • Lexile: 910
  • Dewey: 523
  • Copyright: 2020

Starting a Garden: Fun Experiments to Learn, Grow, Harvest, Make, and Play

From the Series Gardening Lab for Kids

A refreshing source of ideas to help children learn to grow their own patch of earth, Gardening Lab for Kids encourages children to get outside and enjoy nature. This fun and creative book… Read More →

  • Lexile: 970
  • Dewey: 635.083
  • Copyright: 2018

Star Wars: The Force Awakens: The Official Collector's Edition

This official companion to the latest Star Wars film features behind-the-scenes interviews, movie stills, character profiles, and descriptions of iconic vehicles and weaponry. With 100 pages… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2016

States of Matter Investigations

From the Series Key Questions in Physical Science (Alternator Books ® )

You've probably noticed that when water gets really cold, it freezes. And you've probably seen steam coming from a pot of boiling water. But do you know why that happens? Do you know how wood Read More →

  • Lexile: 910
  • Dewey: 530.4
  • Copyright: 2018

Stateswoman to the World: A Story about Eleanor Roosevelt

From the Series Creative Minds Biographies

Eleanor Roosevelt is perhaps best known for her role as First Lady, wife to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. But this strong-willed woman was a skilled politician in her own right, who… Read More →

  • Lexile: 820
  • Dewey: 973.917'092
  • Copyright: 1991

Stay in the Game

From the Series The Contest

The prize: $10 million The rules: Be the first to complete ten tasks assigned by the Benefactor. Do not ask questions. Do not tell anyone what you're doing. Do not fail. The consequences:… Read More →

  • Lexile: 520
  • ATOS: 4.2
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2016