Grade 8

More than 4,000 years ago, the ancient Egyptians developed their complex and fascinating civilization. They were storytellers, artists, and builders of incredible structures. Their powerful… More →

Life in the wild forces adaptation. Predators need to hone their hunting skills or risk going hungry. Meanwhile, their prey must develop as escape artists to avoid becoming dinner. The strong More →

Pack your bags for these adventures! This series will have you flying across the Atlantic, reaching the top of Everest, and stepping foot on the moon. Travel alongside some of the world's… More →

The animals in these books look as strange as their names sound. Enter the weird world of narwhals, aye-ayes, star-nosed moles, and others in this series. Find out how their strange… More →

What does it take to be a champion? In this exciting series about outstanding athletes, readers will find out! These graphic nonfiction titles explore the stories of some of the greatest… More →

Did witches really cast spells in Salem? Was a curse placed on King Tut's Tomb in ancient Egypt? Did voodoo queens really live in New Orleans? Children are about to discover the answers in… More →

From the leopard-spotted Appaloosa to the small Shetland Pony, young readers will discover what makes each horse breed special. They will learn about different coats and body types and… More →

Athletes perform spectacular feats of strength and speed, but sometimes, a player or team rises above the rest to become a legend. From Michael Phelps' gold medals to Tim Howard's saves in… More →

Cameras flash as a shiny red car zooms down the road. Airplane passengers close their laptops as they prepare for takeoff. These scenes may be commonplace today, but they are centuries in the More →

What was that? Grab a flashlight, put on your detective hat, and prepare to explore the paranormal! Science and spookiness merge in this thrilling series, which investigates aliens,… More →

What does it take to become a cheerleader? How do cheerleaders learn so many moves, cheers, and routines? This series explores the world of cheerleading, from the first tryout to the thrill… More →

Discover the world of technology in this comprehensive encyclopedic series full of surprising facts and stunning photographs. Highly visual entries capture the most influential pieces of… More →