Grade 6

The smallest state in the union has a lot to offer! With over 400 miles of coast and many islands, bays, and inlets, the Ocean State is the place to be. Kids will enjoy learning about Rhode… More →

Edinburgh Castle’s 900-year-old history is riddled with murders and executions. Today visitors from all over the world tour the fortress. It’s no surprise that reports of eerie shadows, drops More →

The arid New Mexico landscape is home to some of the most marvelous landforms in America. The Carlsbad Caverns house one of the largest caves in the country. In southern New Mexico, the white More →

As the capital of the United States, Washington D.C. is a well-known hub of politics, history, and culture. Monuments throughout the city honor the nation's great heroes and events. Landmarks More →

Maine owes its idyllic coastline to Ice Age glaciers. They carved the cliffs, bays, and inlets that punctuate Maine’s rugged shores. Meanwhile, the state’s interior is covered in vast forests More →

Mississippi is named for the great river that forms its western border and sustains the state in many ways. Its floodplain is covered in thick, fertile soil that supports the growth of crops. More →

Montana is a wilderness of expansive plains and rugged mountains. This is the land of the grizzly and the buffalo, known as Big Sky Country for its wide-open skyline obstructed only by the… More →

It’s no surprise that Florida is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation. Its sandy beaches and amusement parks attract millions of tourists each year, and the warm, relaxed lifestyle More →

In the 1970s, the F-14 Tomcat became the United States Navy’s primary carrier-born fighter. The aircraft was known for its long-range missiles, supersonic speed, and variable sweep wings. Now More →

Utah is a land of tall mountains and arid deserts. In 1869, the final spike of the transcontinental railroad was driven in Utah, connecting the east and west. Come learn all about the Beehive More →

The seaside state of North Carolina is a beautiful land of beaches, wetlands, and low mountains. It was near Kitty Hawk that the Wright brothers made their historic first flight. Young… More →

In addition to its abundant production of potatoes, minerals, and water, the land of Idaho also boasts a few natural extremes. Among the varied landscapes you’ll find one of the world’s… More →