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The Foundation Builders
by Gina DeAngelisLearn about America's founding conservationists: Theodore Roosevelt, Gifford Pinchot, Stephen T. Mather, Hugh Hammond Bennett.
The Protectors
by Kathiann M. KowalskiIt takes commitment to overcome interests that stand in the way of protecting the environment. Meet three people who weren't afraid to speak up to protect natural areas—and us.
Going Global: Amazing Athletes
by Marcia Amidon LustedThe modern Olympic Games generate international excitement! Nadia Comaneci became the first Olympian to win seven perfect scores, Vitaly Scherbo won the world title in all eight gymnastic events, and Abebe Bikila was the first athlete to win two Olympic marathons.
Going Global: Bad Witches
by Bryan LangdoLearn about three powerful witches from mythology and literature—Circe, Baba Yaga, and the White Witch.
Becky Lets Off Steam
by Timothy TocherAn old timer regales the audience with the story of the Stanley brothers and their famous Stanley Steamer, a steam-powered automobile.
Delayed Reactions
by Dale WardAfter scoring big in baskeball practice, Lester wonders why his mom hasn't picked him up from practice. In the meantime, the girl he was trying to impress comes and talks to him.
Captain Monday of the Forest Rangers
by Timothy TocherIn service of the emperor, Monday goes out on a white horse searching the kingdom for unicorns. En route, he meets Goldilocks, who has broken into the bears' home for some porridge. A wild adventure ensues.
Voice for Freedom: The Story of James Weldon Johnson
by Jodie ShullJames Weldon Johnson advanced further than anyone would have expected him to, and worked for justice, freedom, and equality in everything he said or did. Here's his story.
As Sweet as Sugar
by Pam BailesKorinko and Mejooli are two brothers from Kenya. In this story, they venture out into the wild to collect honey from a beehive. And with the help of the trusty Honeyguide bird, they are successful.
A Willingness to Act
by Paul MillerDyne Shaizar learns that it is not physical ability or a lack of fear, but a willingness to act, to do the right thing no matter the cost, that makes a hero. He then helps the warrior Haddon defeat a beast.
The Leprechaun's Pot
by Teresa BatemanRoisin is saving money for her wedding when something goes horribly wrong and she breaks her poor family's only pot. Can the magic of a leprechaun help Roisin and her betrothed?
The Man Who Invented Roller Skates
by Laura F. NielsenRegarded as a mechanical genius, John Joseph Merlin is sadly remembered most for a party at the Carlisle House, where he careened into the hostesses' plate glass mirror, wearing his newly invented roller skates, and playing the violin.
Tiro and the Conspirators
by Nell WrightTiro works as a scribe for the famous orator, Cicero. But Tiro is not paid for his work; he is a slave, and he considers joining a plot for freedom.
Gifts of Ramadan
by Kim EllisObservers of Ramadan fast from sunrise to sunset. Asef faces a lonely day at school while fasting for the first time.
Horseshoes
by Darienne OaksA young girl feels like she doesn't fit in because her father is disabled. But when her dad puts on his strongman act for the neighborhood kids, she realizes how special he truly is.
Goldilocks Goes to Camp
by Sara MatsonGoldilocks is sent to "Fear Camp" to help her deal with the aftermath of the Bear Incident. While there, she meets some other fairy tale characters, including Hansel and Gretel.
The Griffon's Green Door
by Jess E. OwenMadison gets separated from her brother in the woods. While searching for him, she encounters the griffon, a mythical creature with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion.
A Sense of Direction
by Stephanie QuinnStage directions are instructions an actor follows in performing a play. They help the director tell the actors where to go on the stage.
A Pterodragon of a Different Color
by Lisa RosinskyLissity is an Earthling. She's just visiting Mars with her family. Nariel comes from a proud tradition of Martian independence. The two form an unlikely friendship.
Tamitha and the Troll Witch
by Elizabeth C. DesimoneEvery time Tamitha crosses the bridge, she is confronted by a troll-witch. Through magic, the troll-witch attempts to turn her into various creatures.
The Long Night
by Steve VanceBobby is skeptical of the long, worldwide hibernation, and why he is only person who cannot fall asleep.
Brotherly Love
by Victoria Marie LeesBrothers Steve and Chris must fight their way out of an avalanche while on a Rocky Mountains ski trail.
The Turkey We Saved from Thanksgiving
by Marlene Bateman SullivanTwo brothers must come up with a plan to save their pet Timothy the turkey from a fate as Thanksgiving dinner.
Bully: Putting An End To Bullying Behavior
by Joanna Sisk-PurvisMiddle school is tough. But Jenn does not make it any easier for Melissa when she begins whispering about her to other students.
The Exodermis Protection Suit
by Michael SismondoFinally—the reason so many socks have gone missing in the laundry! But is it believable?