Grade 5

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 →

In the 16th century, Nostradamus wrote predictions of the future. Some people claim that Nostradamus predicted the Great Fire of London, the American Revolution, and World War II. Others say… More →

Iran is an ancient country that used to be called Persia. The Persians were one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, and Persian culture has a strong presence in Iranian culture today. In… More →

Haiti is a country that has experienced many hardships—most recently, a devastating earthquake in January of 2010. It is also a country with a rich history and a culture that is famous for… More →

A medium-lift assault helicopter, CH-46 Sea Knights are used to deliver heavily armed troops into battle. They are also used on several other missions. Readers will learn about these large… 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 →

Indy cars are open wheel race cars that are used in the Indy Racing League (IRL). The cars speed along tracks with straight stretches and sharp turns. Safety is a large concern, as Indy car… More →

Thousands of people around the world have claimed to have been abducted by aliens. Is there truth to these reports, or did the people make them up in order to get into the headlines? This… 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 →

Used by the United States Army Special Forces, AH-6 Little Birds have a reputation for their ability to quickly attack a target and then get away before the enemy can react. They have proven… 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 →

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 →