Grade 8

The Friesian horse may be large and powerful, but it is also quick and graceful. A champion at both dressage and driving, the breed is also known for excellent pleasure riding. Hop on a… More →

The Belgian horse is one of the largest horse breeds in the world. The largest Belgian in history weighed around 3,200 pounds! Used primarily for driving, they are able to pull an incredible… More →

Weighing as much as 16,000 pounds, the African elephant is a huge, dangerous animal. Its massive body can crush anything in its way! After reading this book, children will understand why a… More →

A great white shark's mouth contains 3,000 razor-sharp teeth. The smell of blood is enough to make this animal open its jaws wide and bite into anything that moves! This book teaches children More →

A poison dart frog's colorful body warns other animals to stay away. The bright colors reveal that the frog can kill with its powerful venom. In this book, young readers will learn why they… More →

Animals lucky enough to survive the attack of a Komodo dragon usually die hours later from blood poisoning. The animal has deadly saliva that is full of harmful bacteria! Children will be… More →

Ever seen a horse race? You may have been watching Thoroughbreds speed around the track. Pick up this exciting book and discover why the Thoroughbred is a “hot-blooded” horse breed known for… More →

One of the oldest horse breeds in the world, the Arabian Horse has been used by many cultures throughout history. It is valued for its friendliness, intelligence, and cooperation in many… More →

Tryouts determine who will make a cheerleading squad. Leaders look for spirit, skill, and teamwork when they choose future cheerleaders. This title introduces the concept of tryouts to… More →

This sleek, flashy horse is famous for being the “peacock of the horse show world.” With its flowing tail, toned body, and long legs, it is known for high-stepping in front of horse show… More →

A hippopotamus is quick to fight. When provoked or threatened, the beast will open its large mouth, show off its canines, and grunt or roar! The animal never retreats from battle, willing to… More →

Professional cheerleaders pump up the crowd for sports teams throughout the world. These cheerleaders work and train very hard. Readers will explore the world of professional cheerleading,… More →