(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)John Hamilton
Author
Series
Lexile measure
1010L
Language
English
Description
World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn how the airplane went from a prototype to a fast moving weapon controlled by brave soldiers. The book also discusses superstar pilots known as aces. Primary source quotes and data from WWI are used as support. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
1080L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Explores the origin, symbolism, and hunting legends of the unicorn. Examines how unicorns are portrayed in books and film, discusses how people have tried to search for real unicorns, and describes a variety of other mythical creatures including Pegasus, mermaids, and griffins.
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
940L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the US Air Force and its powerful fleet of aircraft. Readers will learn about the history of air combat, from World War I to the war in Iraq. Other topics include pilot training and the US Air Force Academy. Readers will also examine aircraft such as the F-35 Lightning II fighter, the B-2 Spirit bomber, and Predator drones" --
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
940L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the largest and oldest branch of the US armed forces. Readers will learn of the Army's birth during the Revolutionary War, and of the many wars it has fought in since. Other topics include Army training, the Army National Guard, armored vehicles, artillery, helicopters, paratroopers, and special operations forces" --
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the examines the US Navy, the largest navy in the world. Readers will learn about the Navy's origins as the Continental Navy in 1775, during the Revolutionary War. Other topics include training, aircraft carriers, Naval aircraft, amphibious assault ships, cruisers, destroyers, frigates, ballistic missile submarines, and attack submarines" --
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the US Marine Corps, America's all-purpose military force. Readers will learn about the Corps' history, including its creation during the Revolutionary War. Other topics include Marine training, weapons, and equipment. These include M27 Infantry Automatic Rifles, field artillery, amphibious assault vehicles, M1A1 Abrams tanks, AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters, and F-35 Lightning II jets" --
9) Green Berets
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the US Army Special Forces, also known as the Green Berets. Readers will learn about the role of commandos in modern warfare. Topics include the history of the Green Berets, survival skills training and organization of team members, plus special equipment such as high-altitude low-opening (HALO) helmets, night vision goggles, assault rifles, and scuba gear" --
10) Dragons
Author
Series
Lexile measure
990L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents basic information on myths involving dragons, discussing the origins of the myths, different types of dragons, and some popular representations of the fictitious animals.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
980L
Language
English
Description
"World War I is known as the 'war to end all wars.' In this book, readers will learn about the development of World War I's various weapons. Each chapter is dedicated to an in-depth examination of a weapon, including Dreadnoughts, artillery, tanks, U-boats, aircraft, and chemical warfare" --
Author
Pub. Date
2004
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
192 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
A narrative about the Corps of Discovery's epic journey including excerpts from Lewis & Clarks journals, illustrated with journal sketches, historical and contemporary photos, paintings and maps.
16) Weapons of war
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Briefly describes the history and gives examples of military weapons and technology including various types of ships, guns, missiles, planes, tanks, and weapons of mass destruction.
17) Navy SEALS
Author
Series
Publisher
A&D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
940L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explores the elite special operations soldiers of the United States Navy. Readers will learn that SEAL stands for "sea, air, and land," and that team members perform some of the most dangerous missions of the US military. Topics include SEAL history, training, underwater demolition, combat diving, and land warfare. Also covered are special weapons and equipment used by SEALs" --
18) Cruisers
Author
Lexile measure
IG 820L
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to the history of cruisers along with the components that make up a cruiser and discusses events such as touring and rallies as well as safety tips.