Grade 5

Colorado is famous for its towering Rocky Mountains, but it is also home to booming industries, tasty foods, and fun festivals! Readers can learn about all these and more in this fact-filled… More →

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf of Mexico, leaving destruction in its wake. Winds of 125 miles per hour and storm surges as high as 19 feet tall pounded coastlines,… More →

Are you ready to learn how to fold paper airplanes? This title offers an easy introduction to the art of paper airplanes, with step-by-step instructions and clear photos teaching readers how… More →

When a plane crash leaves her stranded deep in the Amazon Rain Forest, Juliane Koepcke must fight to make it out alive. This graphic nonfiction title tells the true story of her survival,… More →

With a beautifully varied landscape, interesting landmarks, and historic celebrations, New Hampshire is loaded with fun! In this engaging title, readers will find interesting facts, vivid… More →

After she lost her arm in a shark attack, many were unsure whether Bethany Hamilton would ever surf again. But she set their fears to rest when she got back on her board only a few weeks… More →

Covered in mountains and hills, Vermont is a beautiful New England state! But there is a lot to discover beyond the granite peaks. This fact-filled title covers Vermont’s history, industry,… More →

Massachusetts is full of history! This fun title takes readers through the state’s beginnings to the people, industries, and wildlife that populate it today. Features highlight a favorite… More →

North Dakota is a state of wide-open spaces, from the Great Plains to the badlands of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Explore its unique landscapes, native peoples, booming industries, and… More →

The deep blue waters of Crater Lake are among the many wonders that Oregon has to offer! Readers can find out about the state’s landmarks, history, native peoples, festivals, and more in this More →

Nicknamed the Sunshine State, Florida is a peninsula surrounded by tropical waters. Popular with tourists seeking sand and sun, the state is also home to a varied landscape and plenty of… More →

Do the spirits of gladiators still battle in Rome? Does a house in Spain really have ghostly faces imprinted on the floorboards? These are just two of the ghastly ghost stories from Europe… More →