Sam finds himself missing his grandfather and his stories about his experiences during World War II as he tries to adjust to life in a new town and a new school.
Where do you find a band? How do you get a gig? Learn the facts before reading a story about what happens when pride gets in the way of making great music.
What are UFOs? Are they real? What do they look like? Explore these questions and read "The Valley of the Zombies," a thrilling story about aliens invading Earth.
Could you jump through fire or pull a truck with just a rope? These and more amazing feats are covered along with a story, "Feat of Endurance," which explores the crazy things some people will do just
Presents an unabridged selection from the story about a seemingly ordinary village that participates in a yearly lottery to determine a sacrificial victim.
Explains the purpose of spies during the American Revolution and describes the actions of several spies including Nathan Hale, General Benedict Arnold, Emily Geiger, and Patience Lovell Wright.