Grade 3

Wrestling, one of the oldest forms of hand-to-hand combat, is a popular sport today. Wrestlers use their raw strength to throw their opponents off-balance and pin them to the ground! Children More →

When there is danger in shallow water, Littoral Combat Ships are called into action. These ships can go in water too shallow for other ships of the United States Navy. Armed with high-tech… More →

People train in the martial art of karate to strengthen their bodies and minds. Many can kick and punch with enough force to break wooden boards in half! Young readers will discover how… More →

Travel to Kenya and see if you can spot giraffes, elephants, lions and other African animals! Dinosaur bones and giant crocodile fossils discovered in Kenya reveal that the country has been… More →

The first shapes found in crop fields were circles. Since then, people have discovered more complex designs. Where do these designs come from? Are they messages from alien visitors, or are… More →

Motorcycle drag racing is becoming a very popular motor sport. Amateur racers use their street bikes to drag race, while professionals use drag bikes that can reach 200 miles per hour.… More →

Denmark has consistently been ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world. It has a high standard of living, an impressive literacy rate, and an industrious economy. In this title,… More →

Costa Rica, which means “Rich Coast,” is aptly named. Its long coastlines, bordering the Caribbean Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, have some of the most diverse ecosystems… More →

For thousands of years, people have been fishing in lakes, rivers, and the ocean. Ancient peoples used nets, spears, and their bare hands to catch fish for food. Today, many people fish just… More →

This ancient country is considered the birthplace of Western civilization. Tourists can walk on the grounds of the first Olympic Games, see the mythical Mount Olympus, and visit the Acropolis More →

Did you know that Iraq was home to the oldest known human civilization on Earth? This area used to be known as Mesopotamia, and many different ancient peoples lived there. Readers will learn… More →

Famous for the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps, Switzerland is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts all over the world. Swiss alpine culture is also known for a long… More →