Grade 6

The name "LEGO" comes from the Danish phrase for “play well.” The company’s popular toys have helped children to do just that. This title for inventive readers explores how a Danish family… More →

Have you ever wondered how the tallest buildings in the world are made? Skyscraper builders push the limits of construction to build these massive towers. The risks faced by skyscraper… More →

Tales of ghost ships have been around for hundreds of years. Ships adrift without a crew appear suddenly without explanation. But did the sailors simply abandon ship? Or are there… More →

One of the easternmost countries in Africa, Somalia is called a nation of poets. Although Somalia did not have an official alphabet until 1972, spoken poetry has been around for centuries. In More →

Did somebody say McDonald’s? From its humble beginnings as a barbeque restaurant, McDonald’s has established itself as a global giant with more than 35,000 restaurants worldwide. Find out… More →

Nearly 3,000 years ago, the area that is now Lebanon was ruled by the powerful Phoenicians. Their empire helped lay the foundation for this modern, bustling country. Take a trip to the… More →

Whether they are outsprinting a predator or completing the longest land-animal migration in North America, pronghorn show they were born to run. They can reach speeds of about 55 miles per… More →

White-tailed deer spend their days grazing in prairies and woodlands. When startled, they flash their distinctive white tails as they run from their predators. They can even jump 30 feet in… More →

Packed into the small country of Ecuador is some of the most diverse wildlife. All kinds of amazing animals hide in the thick Amazon rain forest and brave the steep slopes of the Andes… More →

Nike began with a track-and-field coach looking to give his athletes a competitive edge. Now its trademarked swoosh represents one of the most recognizable companies in the world. See how… More →

Can you believe Hershey’s was not always a chocolate company? Milton Hershey only started to make this sweet treat as a coating for his already-popular caramels. But when he started to sell… More →

Larry Page changed the way people navigate the Internet in 1998 when he cofounded Google with Sergey Brin. The first version of Google was first launched on their college’s Web site! Find out More →