Gators & Crocs
Captain Hook in Peter Pan warns us to “Never smile at a crocodile!” And with good reason. He lost his hand to one of these creatures that will eat just … Continue reading
Memorial Day
Our memories help us to recall lots of things from ideas, to words, to names of people or how to solve tricky math problems. Memorial Day honors a special memory … Continue reading
Gravity Racers
Rev up your engines and get ready to race cars without engines! How can this be? What could be strong enough to race a care without a motor to move … Continue reading
Coupons
Ever notice how many different companies make the same product? Next time you’re in the supermarket, take a moment to look around. You’ll see different brands of everything – from … Continue reading
Hobby Month
Hobbies! Almost everyone has one—from baking to bowling to baseball cards to basket weaving… a hobby is something you like to do just for fun! This issue introduces young readers … Continue reading
Broccoli
Did you know that vegetables have families, too? This issue is devoted to a popular member of the cabbage family. Broccoli, a green wonderland of nutrition, is packed with vitamins … Continue reading
Storm Water
Rainy winter days bring fresh water to the earth. But on its way back to the ocean, clean water can pick up pollutants that are harmful to the plants, animals … Continue reading
What is Veterans Day?
Understanding the meaning behind national holidays and symbols helps students grow as responsible citizens as they learn about the history of our nation. Veterans Day is a time to understand … Continue reading
Hibernation
Plants aren’t the only living thing that undergoes a transformation in winter. Animals adjust to the colder months with some unusual habits like growing more fur, storing food underground or … Continue reading
Onions
Time for budding chefs to brush up on their fun food facts! This issue explores the onion—a diet staple that adds flavor to soups, stews, salads and sandwiches. Why does … Continue reading