Grade 5

The United States Air Force uses B-1B Lancers as strategic bombers. A B-1B Lancer can carry over 125,000 pounds of bombs! Kids will discover the history of the Lancer, the technology behind… More →

Winter winds blow snow at 35 miles per hour or more for at least three hours during a blizzard! Young readers will learn how blizzards form and why blizzard conditions temporarily shut down… More →

Underwater earthquakes, volcanoes, and mudslides can cause tsunami waves that reach land and wreak havoc. Children will learn how tsunamis develop, how they are detected, and their… More →

Once the backbone of the United States Air Force, the F-15 Eagle was heavily armed for air-to-air combat. Today, newer fighters with better technology are overshadowing it. Students will find More →

The F-22 Raptor might be the most advanced fighter plane in the world. Using stealth technology, it can carry out ground attack missions, electronic warfare missions, and dominate the skies.… More →

The Midwestern United States was nicknamed “The Dust Bowl” in the 1930s because years of drought devastated the region. This book teaches why droughts happen, how they affect living things,… More →

The largest capital ships in the world, Nimitz aircraft carriers are filled with cutting-edge technology and several kinds of planes. Students will discover the history, technology, and… More →

Hurricane winds spin around a central point called an eye. A hurricane’s eye usually has calm weather and clear skies. Eager readers will discover how hurricanes form, move, and damage tropical areas. More →

The F-117A Nighthawk had technology so advanced for its time that it was kept secret during its first five years of service. Young learners will be fascinated with the history, weapons, and… More →

Initially developed to provide close air support for ground vehicles and troops, the A-10 has become an extremely valuable tool for the United States Air Force. Students will discover its… More →

The F-14 Tomcat was the pride of the United States Navy for over thirty years. Students will discover the technology behind this jet fighter that made it such an effective weapon. More →

Roads become slick when freezing rain falls. Drivers can easily lose control of their vehicles and crash into each other. This book introduces children to unpredictable ice storms by… More →