Entrepreneurs
This inspirational issue introduces young readers to young entrepreneurs—students who were motivated to start their own business at a very early age. Here they will meet the boy who invented … Continue reading
Mushrooms
This issue looks into the fascinating world of mushrooms—organisms that live by decomposing and absorbing the material in which they grow. Budding botanists will marvel to discover the mystery behind … Continue reading
Dictionary Magic
Long, short, silly, familiar or unusual, words fill out world with meaning and help us understand each other. In this issue, words are the “stars”—and the activities included guide young … Continue reading
Frosty Fun
Winter is full of “wonder”-ful weather patterns that create the perfect backdrop for curious young scientists. How does frost come to be? Why are snowflakes different? How many different kinds … Continue reading
Matthew Henson
In “Amazing Adventure” students will read about Matthew Henson – an African-American who accompanied Admiral Robert E. Peary in his daring journey to reach the North Pole in 1909. Although … Continue reading
What’s your VERB?
Young readers will jump, skip, hop, and run to complete this action-packed issue on verbs. From understanding what verbs are to why movement is important to personal health, students will … Continue reading
How To Conduct A Great Interview
Calling all reporters! This issue focuses on sharpening interview skills—something all budding reporters and writers need to hone. Guidelines for how to act while contacting potential interview subjects, interview protocol … Continue reading
How To Write A Great Article
Good reporters organize their thoughts and notes before writing so they can produce an article that follows precise newspaper format. Students will learn how to sort their interview notes and … Continue reading
Solar Energy
This issue’s leprechaun will guide young readers to explore solar energy—where it comes from, how we can capture and store it, and how we can all be ‘greener’ in our … Continue reading
Rosie the Riveter
Rosie the Riveter symbolized the coming together of a nation during a time of crisis to “pool” resources and stay strong. Serving a common purpose helped the United States win … Continue reading