Grade 4

Massachusetts has played host to many landmarks in our nation’s history. In 1620, the Pilgrims settled New Plymouth along the southeast coast. A year later, they shared the first Thanksgiving More →

Indiana proudly calls itself the “Crossroads of America” and “Main Street of the Midwest.” Both historically and in modern times, the state’s central location has served the travel of people… More →

California seems to have it all. It leads the nation in multiple industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, entertainment, and technology. Mountains, valleys, beaches, and deserts can… More →

The islands of Hawaii differ greatly from the other 49 states. Formed by volcanic activity in the North Pacific, they burst with rain forests, waterfalls, and beaches. In this colorful title, More →

As a border state between the North and South, Kentucky’s allegiances have long been divided. During the Civil War it remained part of the Union, but many citizens still fought for the South. More →

In 1980, Washington's Mount St. Helens blew its top in the worst volcanic explosion in U.S. history! Besides deadly volcanoes, Washington is home to such iconic places as the Grand Coulee Dam More →

Glance at a map, and it’s easy to notice the central location of Kansas. In fact, a stone shaft in a pasture in north-central Kansas marks the geographic center of the contiguous United… More →

The sounds of prisoners clanging through the halls, sobbing in their cells, or even playing the banjo may be normal in most prisons. But when they come from walls that haven’t confined… More →

In the 1970s, the F-14 Tomcat became the United States Navy’s primary carrier-born fighter. The aircraft was known for its long-range missiles, supersonic speed, and variable sweep wings. Now More →

Utah is a land of tall mountains and arid deserts. In 1869, the final spike of the transcontinental railroad was driven in Utah, connecting the east and west. Come learn all about the Beehive More →

The seaside state of North Carolina is a beautiful land of beaches, wetlands, and low mountains. It was near Kitty Hawk that the Wright brothers made their historic first flight. Young… More →

In addition to its abundant production of potatoes, minerals, and water, the land of Idaho also boasts a few natural extremes. Among the varied landscapes you’ll find one of the world’s… More →