Humans Are Hairy
Did you know hair and nails are both types of skin? This issue explores a most common characteristic of all cultures and races and emphasizes the biological diversity of life. … Continue reading
Gravity
Gravity keeps everything on earth grounded. It’s the reason objects fall downward instead of upward or sideways, and why a ball thrown high in the air will only rise so … Continue reading
Turkey Day Tournament
It’s Thanksgiving and time to share the fun. This issue is meant to be shared as young readers compete against each other in friendly games and puzzles with a Thanksgiving … Continue reading
Gorillas
Fasten your seatbelt. We’re off on a long flight to Africa—land of spectacular sights, geography, plants and animals. Our journey brings us face-to-face with one big member of the primate … Continue reading
The Brain
Children will use their brains as they learn about their brains! Understanding the parts of the brain and what they control in the human body, where intelligence is located, and … Continue reading
Reindeer
Very visible during the holiday season is the reindeer. This issue looks more deeply into the unique features and structures of reindeer that enable them to survive in the coldest … Continue reading
Frost
Winter is a perfect time to observe changing weather patterns. In this issue students will learn how frost forms and conduct a simple experiment to create their own icy surface … Continue reading
Championship Training
It’s never too early to begin developing healthy fitness habits and learning the importance of exercise and proper nutrition. After reading about champion Olympic speed skater Apolo Anton Ohno, young … Continue reading
The State of You
The President’s annual State of the Union address informs the citizens of the world about the health of the United States over the past year. Connecting this to a personal … Continue reading
Vitamin C
Learning about good nutrition and food choices creates healthy lifelong habits. Children will discover the importance of Vitamin C—where to find it, which foods contain lots of it, and what … Continue reading