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Scholastic News for Grades 5/6

The essential curriculum companion that aligns to core programs and state standards.
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GRADES 5–6

Scholastic News 5/6

Current, kid-friendly nonfiction that builds knowledge

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Written just for your students, our powerfully engaging science and social studies texts and kid-friendly debates connect your curriculum to real-world topics and real lives. We give every reader access to meaningful reading experiences that advance learning and literacy.
A magazine spread about the megalodon shark as a Maryland state symbol, with photos, a map, and fossil diagrams
A magazine spread about Women's History highlights five National Park Service sites honoring women's contributions to U.S. history
A large stone statue of Ramses II stands inside the Grand Egyptian Museum
A magazine spread titled A Hero's New Arm features Remi Bateman and her robotic prosthetic arm

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It's already done for you! Ready-to-go teaching kits come with every story for instant, high-interest lessons. Check out our comprehensive suite of multimedia teaching resources that elevate instruction.
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    Thrilling Stories

    Share age-appropriate texts on any device. Listen to read-aloud audio.
  • A video titled Sharks shows a shark swimming near the ocean floor
    Real-World Videos

    Introduce and enhance lessons while growing background knowledge.
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    Interactive Games

    Measure reading comprehension with inviting review games.
  • Two Scholastic News worksheet pages titled Text-Dependent Questions and A Supersized Symbol Quiz
    Fun Skill Builders

    Strengthen skills with activity pages that reinforce vocabulary and more.

Support Spanish-Speaking Students

Nurture your English Language Learners with online Spanish editions. Access Spanish-language versions of our texts, videos, read-aloud audio, and activity pages. That way, everyone’s included!
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  • Meet Our Team

    Scholastic News is supported by a talented group of editors, video producers, photo researchers, and current classroom teachers.
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