Jacqueline Pratt-Tuke is a science and humanities teacher based in Washington, DC. In this article, she describes different types of marine biologists and what they do. As you read, take notes on the different types of work that marine biologists do. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Jacqueline Pratt-Tuke is a science and humanities teacher based in Washington, DC. Large cats like the Siberian Tiger are in danger of going extinct, or no longer living on Earth. In this informational text, Pratt-Tuke describes the threats big cats face and what is being done to help them. As you read, take notes on how people’s actions help and harm large cats. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

In this informational text, Tracy Vonder Brink discusses the discovery of fast food restaurants, called thermopoliums, in Ancient Rome. As you read, take notes on what fast food in Ancient Rome was like. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Climate change is the long-term change to temperatures and weather patterns over time. In this text, the author explains how people who live on islands in the Pacific Ocean are dealing with the effects of climate change. As you read, take notes on the problems people living on the Pacific islands are facing. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Jesse Sullivan is the author of the children's book Spectacular Stories for Curious Kids: A Fascinating Collection of True Stories to Inspire & Amaze Young Readers. In this excerpt from the book, Sullivan tells the story of a lobster diver's surprising day in the water. As you read, take notes on what humpback whales eat. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Grizzly bears are large brown bears that live in North America. They can weigh between 800-1,700 pounds and can be up to 8 feet tall when standing on their back legs. In this text, Jacqueline Pratt-Tuke describes problems that can happen when bears and humans meet. As you read, take notes on how the author introduces the grizzly bear. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

In this biography, India James writes about the life of Thurgood Marshall (1908-1993), a famous U.S. lawyer, judge, and Supreme Court justice. As you read, take notes on Thurgood Marshall’s early experiences in law school and as a lawyer. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

The word refuge means a place that protects from danger or difficulty. This text shares about refugees, people who are forced to leave their homes to find places of refuge. As you read, take notes on why people become refugees. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

In this informational text, author India James shares the legend of a mysterious creature. As you read, take notes on evidence that supports that the Loch Ness monster may be real. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/