"Escape from the ordinary and break into Alcatraz, America's most famous prison! The island of Alcatraz has always been a place that's fascinated visitors, from the Native American tribes who believed it was home to evil spirits to the Spanish explorers who discovered the island. In modern times, it was a federal prison for only 29 years, but now draws over a million visitors each year. Learn the history of America's most famous prison, from its initial...

A trip to the Grand Canyon becomes an adventure in learning data analysis! Students will examine the geological clues that rocks and fossils have left behind. This full-color grade 3 math reader builds literacy and math content knowledge while introducing students to new concepts and vocabulary terms like geology, sediment, fossils, erosion, decomposition, and more. The clear charts, graphs and data tables will make students more confident in their...

Help students explore mathematics in a meaningful way with this high-interest math reader that integrates math and literacy skills and combines informational text, problem-solving, and real-world connections. Students will take a close look at patterns found in Carlsbad Caverns National Park and along the way, learn about patterns in arithmetic. Fascinating images of this national park and clear mathematical charts and diagrams help make learning...

A tour of the ancient and modern wonders of the world becomes an adventure in learning geometry! Students will explore mathematics in a meaningful way by examining the shapes and symmetry of places like the Taj Mahal, Machu Picchu, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Colosseum, and the Great Wall of China. This full-color grade 4 math reader builds literacy and math content knowledge while introducing students to new...

"Katharine Lee Bates first wrote the lines to "America the Beautiful" on a summer evening after a stirring visit to Pikes Peak in 1893. But the story behind the song begins with Katharine herself, who grew up with memories of the country divided by the Civil War and pushed beyond conventional expectations of women to become an acclaimed writer, scholar, suffragist, and reformer. Katharine believed in the power of words to make a difference, and in...

If you had to name a statue, any statue, odds are good you'd mention the Statue of Liberty. Have you seen her?
She's in New York.
She's holding a torch.
And she's taking one step forward.
But why?
In this fascinating, fun take on nonfiction, uniquely American in its frank tone and honest look at the literal foundation of our country, Dave Eggers and Shawn Harris investigate a seemingly small trait of America's most emblematic statue....

A trip to Yosemite National Park becomes an adventure in learning perimeter and area! By examining Yosemite's landscape, mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and wildlife, students will use real-world examples of problem solving to increase their knowledge of geometry, allowing them to explore mathematics in a meaningful way. This full-color grade 4 math reader builds literacy and math content knowledge while introducing students to new concepts and vocabulary...

Abraham Lincoln gazes across the Washington Mall, his stone eyes all seeing. A grand memorial commemorating this much loved president is well known but do you know the history behind the monument? Historic, primary source photos and explorative infographics help kids learn even more about this famous memorial.

In Statue of Liberty, young readers will explore this American landmark and learn about its historic significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important site. A labeled diagram helps readers understand items associated with the Statue of Liberty, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Statue of Liberty online using our safe...

In Liberty Bell, young readers will explore this American symbol and learn about its historic significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important artifact. A labeled diagram helps readers understand items associated with the Liberty Bell, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Liberty Bell online using our safe search engine...