Books in "The English Reading Tree"
Have you ever heard whispers about a giant, ape-like creature hiding deep in the wilderness? Dive into "The Bigfoot Mystery for Kids" and discover the fascinating world of Bigfoot! This exciting book takes you on an adventure to explore famous sightings, strange encounters, and popular theories about this elusive forest dweller. You'll uncover amazing facts and trivia about Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, and learn what people believe about where it lives and why it's so hard to find. Is Bigfoot real? Read along and decide for yourself! Filled with interesting information and vivid images, this book is perfect for curious young readers who love a good puzzle and want to explore one of the biggest mysteries of the natural world.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
75 Pages
Have you ever heard of a place where ships and planes vanish without a trace? Get ready to dive into the secrets of the Bermuda Triangle! This famous area in the North Atlantic Ocean has puzzled people for hundreds of years. Discover why it's also called the Devil's Triangle and explore the many unexplained disappearances that have happened there.
Inside this book, you'll uncover fascinating facts and interesting trivia about this incredible mystery. You'll learn about different theories and decide for yourself what might be happening. With clear, easy-to-read language and cool images, you'll feel like a real detective. Plus, there's a fun quiz to test your knowledge at the beginning and end! Are you brave enough to explore one of the world's greatest riddles?
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
60 Pages
The Titanic was built to amaze the world, but its first voyage became one of history’s most famous disasters. This book introduces young readers to the ship, its journey from Southampton, the iceberg collision, and the events that made the Titanic story unforgettable.
Keith Goodman presents the topic in a clear, fact-filled style, with trivia and images meant to help readers picture the ship and the people aboard. The book is written for children building confidence with longer nonfiction, so the story stays focused and easy to follow without becoming overwhelming.
For readers ages 6 to 12 who are fascinated by true survival stories, ships, and history, this is an accessible introduction to the Titanic and its place in maritime history.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
46 Pages
Strange lights in the sky, mysterious stories, ancient legends, Area 51, and alien-abduction claims all make UFOs a fascinating subject for curious readers. This book gathers famous UFO mysteries and presents them in a lively nonfiction style for children.
Keith Goodman explores the topic as a collection of facts, trivia, sightings, and unanswered questions rather than a made-up adventure. Young readers can learn about well-known UFO stories while thinking about evidence, mystery, and why people have wondered about visitors from beyond Earth for so long.
Written for ages 6 to 12, this is a good choice for readers who like space, unexplained events, and nonfiction that feels a little strange, spooky, and fun without becoming too intense.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
70 Pages
Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the wider solar system all get their turn in this simple introduction to the planets. Keith Goodman presents space facts in a clear, fast-moving style for children who are beginning to read longer nonfiction.
The book is designed to make astronomy feel approachable. Young readers can learn basic information about the planets, their differences, and their place in space while building vocabulary and reading confidence. Short sections and a quiz-style structure help keep the topic manageable for a wide age range.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a friendly nonfiction choice for kids who like planets, science facts, and big questions about what exists beyond Earth.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
40 Pages
Ancient Rome was a world of emperors, soldiers, roads, cities, myths, laws, and powerful ideas that still echo today. This book gives young readers a short, accessible introduction to Roman civilization and the people who helped make it one of history’s most famous empires.
Keith Goodman uses a fact-filled nonfiction style with trivia, images, and review questions to keep the topic clear for children. Readers can explore Roman life, government, military power, and culture without being buried in textbook detail.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a useful starting point for kids who are curious about ancient civilizations, empire-building, and the everyday details of life in the Roman world.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
66 Pages
A shadow in a deep Scottish lake, an old legend, and a mystery that has lasted for generations make the Loch Ness Monster one of the world’s most famous unexplained stories. This book introduces young readers to the legend of Nessie through facts, trivia, and strange historical clues.
Keith Goodman traces the story back through time while keeping the tone curious and accessible. Readers can think about what people claim to have seen, why the legend has stayed popular, and how evidence and imagination can mix in famous mysteries.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a fun nonfiction choice for children who like monsters, mysteries, lakes, legends, and weird-but-interesting history.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
74 Pages
Pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, gods, tombs, treasures, and the Nile all help make Ancient Egypt one of history’s most fascinating civilizations. This book gives young readers a clear introduction to Egypt’s ancient world, including King Tut, the Valley of the Kings, and the mysteries surrounding pyramids.
Keith Goodman presents the topic in short nonfiction sections with facts, trivia, images, and quiz-style review. The book is designed to help children build reading confidence while learning about a civilization filled with remarkable art, beliefs, rulers, and discoveries.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a strong choice for kids who enjoy ancient history, archaeology, mythology, and real-world wonders from long ago.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
72 Pages
Planets, moons, shooting stars, black holes, and the vast space beyond Earth all appear in this introduction to the solar system. Keith Goodman presents astronomy facts in a condensed, easy-to-read style for children who are ready to explore nonfiction science.
The book helps young readers learn about familiar objects such as Mercury, Jupiter, and other planets while also touching on bigger space questions. Short sections, trivia, images, and quiz-style review make the topic approachable for a wide age range.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a good match for readers who love space facts, science questions, and the feeling that every answer about the universe leads to another exciting question.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
42 Pages
Native American cultures are rich, varied, and deeply connected to the histories of North America. This book introduces young readers to the subject in a short nonfiction format designed to build background knowledge and reading confidence.
Keith Goodman presents information in accessible sections for children moving into more independent reading. The book offers a starting point for learning about Native American life, culture, history, and the importance of understanding different peoples with respect and curiosity.
For ages 6 to 12, this title works best as an introductory overview. It can help young readers begin asking better questions about culture, history, community, and the many Native peoples whose stories are part of the American past and present.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
70 Pages
Sharks are powerful, mysterious, and much more interesting than their scary reputation. This fact book gives young readers a simple introduction to sharks, including well-known types such as great white, tiger, and hammerhead sharks.
Keith Goodman presents the topic as a condensed nonfiction starter, with clear information meant to encourage children to keep reading and learning. Readers can build animal vocabulary, compare different sharks, and discover why these ocean predators fascinate scientists and kids alike.
For ages 6 to 12, this is a good choice for readers who enjoy animal facts, ocean life, and nonfiction books that are short, direct, and packed with interesting details.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
38 Pages
