Introduces different places in the world and the people who live and have lived in them, answering such questions as "Where did the first people live," "Where do people live the longest," and "How do
Introduces the history and importance of food safety, the bacteria that cause food to be unsafe, safety in the food industry both in the United States and around the world, and what to do to keep food
Uses a question and answer format to describe how a sunflower seed develops into a full grown plant, and how birds and insects assist in the plant's reproduction.
Describes the characteristics and behavior of the bald eagle, and discusses how the bird became the symbol of the United States, what makes it both appropriate and inappropriate as a national emblem,
Explains what a national anthem is; recounts how and why Francis Scot Key wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner," including the history of the specific flag to which he referred; and describes how his poem
Describes the origins of European exploration of the Americas, including the Vikings, the search for a new route to Asia, for gold, and for a Northwest Passage, and discusses the Lewis and Clark Exped
Provides an overview of the two world wars, examining the reasons that both occurred, what the nations involved had at stake, the tactics employed, and their aftermath.
Describes the characteristics and behavior of the bald eagle, and discusses how the bird became the symbol of the United States, what makes it both appropriate and inappropriate as a national emblem,
When a boy finds a frog down by the pond, he catches it and puts it in a cage, but the frog does not enjoy captivity, in this story told using opposites.
Explains the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed, and suggests ways of honoring veterans on this special day, such as flying the flag, attending parades, buying poppies, and visiting hospit
Discusses the holiday known as Presidents' Day and the significant achievements of those presidents whom it honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
Conditions on Earth are becoming more and more extreme and kids want to learn about it! Is it true that, at any given time, about 20 volcanoes are erupting somewhere on Earth? Yes! Sometimes volcanoes
Conditions on Earth are becoming more and more extreme and kids want to learn about it! Is it true that millions of earthquakes happen every year on Earth? Yes! Most earthquakes are just too small for
Conditions on Earth are becoming more and more extreme and kids want to learn about it! Is it true that hurricanes can be seen from space? Yes! Weather satellites track hurricanes. Pictures from these
Conditions on Earth are becoming more and more extreme and kids want to learn about it! Is it true that smoke from wildfires can travel thousands of miles? Yes! If a wildfire is large enough, wind can
Conditions on Earth are becoming more and more extreme and kids want to learn about it! Is it true that, at any given time, about 20 volcanoes are erupting somewhere on Earth? Yes! Sometimes volcanoes
Grab your space suit and get ready to use math to explore space!3 … 2 … 1 … blast off! Space scientists use math every day to explore our universe. Join a real astronomer on an amazing adventure to CO
Grab your space suit and get ready to use math to explore space!3 … 2 … 1 … blast off! Space scientists use math every day to explore our universe. Join a real astronomer on an amazing adventure to CO
