Grade 5

Poland, the largest country in central Europe, has a tumultuous past. Its people have faced times of war in between periods of great cultural growth. Today, the Polish are known to enjoy… More →

The Belgian horse is one of the largest horse breeds in the world. The largest Belgian in history weighed around 3,200 pounds! Used primarily for driving, they are able to pull an incredible… More →

For many years, Cambodia was a war-torn country. Recently, a new government has helped turn the economy around and given the Cambodian people more opportunity. Tourism has boomed, with many… More →

Famous for bagpipes and kilts, the Scottish are rooted in tradition. They are also a hardy people. They thrive in a part of the United Kingdom where the weather reaches extremes. This title… More →

The Dominican Republic was the first place Christopher Columbus landed when he sailed to the Americas from Europe in 1492. Today, the people of this Caribbean nation are known for their love… More →

There is an animal in Asia with enough venom in its bite to kill 20 people! It is the king cobra—a snake that lifts its body off the ground, spreads its hood, and hisses violently before… More →

Wildebeests, zebras, and other African animals live in danger of being strangled to death by an African lion. Even people in small villages face the threat of an attack from a ruthless lion!… More →

Being the westernmost country in Europe, Portugal was among the first countries to navigate unexplored seas and discover new lands. It was a Portuguese explorer named Bartolomeu Dias who… More →

A regal horse, the Lipizzan was bred to be a champion in the show ring and also on the battlefield. Lipizzans are famous for performing the incredible “high school” movements of classical… More →

The Clydesdale Horse traces its history back to farm horses in Clydesdale, Scotland. The hair that grows on its legs and covers its hooves is its most famous characteristic. Discover more… More →

Ever seen a horse race? You may have been watching Thoroughbreds speed around the track. Pick up this exciting book and discover why the Thoroughbred is a “hot-blooded” horse breed known for… More →

Many cheerleaders enjoy going to cheerleading camps to work on their cheers, technique, and teamwork. Students will learn how cheerleading camps work, what the daily activities are, and how… More →