Grade 7

Sergey Brin made surfing the Web much more convenient when he cofounded Google with Larry Page in 1998. The pair first ran Google out of a rented garage! Discover how this Russian immigrant… More →

On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon rig exploded, leading to the biggest offshore oil spill ever in the United States. The explosion was visible for 35 miles! Readers will watch workers… More →

Though he first got his start as a look-a-like for another wrestler, Zack Ryder’s personality has set him apart from the rest. Nicknamed the Long Island Iced-Z, he gets a leg up on his… More →

Have you eaten yet? This common Thai greeting shows how much Thai people love food. If you’re feeling hungry, try some of their traditional dishes consisting of vegetables, curry spices, and… More →

Smashing serves on clay, grass, and hard courts, professional tennis players keep the ball in line no matter the playing surface. Serving up a ton of fun, this title follows the world’s best… More →

Not all plants smell as sweet as a rose. Carrion flowers smell like rotting flesh to attract flies and other pollinators. Others, like the Venus flytrap and Nepenthes truncata, actually eat… More →

Did you know that the first game of basketball was played with a soccer ball? And that players used peach baskets as hoops? Basketball has since become a major sport around the world, with… More →

Brazil is the home of many scrumptious flavors. From filling meals, to savory snacks, to fruity desserts, Brazilians serve up delicious eats. Young readers will learn to cook Brazil's best… More →

Also known as the “fierce snake,” the inland taipan is one to watch out for. Said to have the strongest venom of any snake in the world, it kills with just one bite! Growing readers will… More →

Members of the ski patrol have a big job to do. Trained in emergency medical services, they can often only get to their patients by skis, snowmobile, or helicopter. Some are trained to save… More →

One basic necessity for a good Italian dish: carbs, and lots of 'em! Travel the streets of Italy in this pasta-filled, pizza-packed title for young readers, and learn how to add a taste of… More →

Special forces operators are trained to do it all. These brave soldiers go behind enemy lines to train allies, gather intelligence, and carry out quick strikes. Find out how these amazing… More →