The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Aircraft Carriers examines the engineering concepts that make these incredible floating cities possible. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An activity, full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.
In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest warriors from two different time periods and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, Amazons or gladiators? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
The Pentagon is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, the head of our military operations. It's come under fire for keeping mysterious secrets under wraps--including possible proof of alien life. Find out what other out-of-this-world information the government has possibly kept hidden. Includes 21st Century Skills and Content, sidebars, activity, table of contents, index, and glossary.
The military can be weird. Did you know they train dolphins? Or that sometimes instead of guns, the military uses chemicals during war? In Weird Science: Military, readers will explore the science behind the military and some of the equipment and strategies used. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers. Educational sidebars include a science activity, a spotlight biography, fast facts, and an unsolved mystery! A table of contents, glossary of keywords, index, and author biography are included.
Learn what it takes to become a member of the U.S. military's special operations forces.
Learn what it takes to become a pararescue jumper in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become an aircraft pilot in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become an avionics technician in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become a helicopter crew chief in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become a drone pilot in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become an information systems technician in the U.S. military.
Learn what it takes to become a motor transport operator in the U.S. military.
