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This book gives an exciting overview of the US Army, from when it
first formed to its missions and members today, as well as their
tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read
text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading engaging and
accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts,
sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list
of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading
levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with
interest levels of grades 3-7.
This book gives an exciting overview of the US Coast Guard, from
when it first formed to its missions and members today, as well as
their tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of
easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading
engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of
contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary,
an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books
have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older
students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.
This book gives an exciting overview of the US Navy, from when it
first formed to its missions and members today, as well as their
tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read
text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading engaging and
accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts,
sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list
of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading
levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with
interest levels of grades 3-7.
From internationally acclaimed YA author M. T. Anderson comes the true story of a city under siege, thrillingly told and impeccably researched. In September 1941, Adolf Hitler's Wehrmacht surrounded Leningrad in what was to become one of the longest and most destructive sieges in Western history. After three years of bombardment and starvation, culminating in the bitterly cold winter of 1943-44, more than a million citizens lost their lives. In order to survive, many residents burned books, furniture and floorboards to keep warm; they ate family pets and, eventually, each other. In the midst of this bloodshed, Dimitri Shostakovich composed the Leningrad Symphony, a piece that both rallied and eulogized his fellow citizens ... and which would come to play a surprising part in the Allies' eventual victory.
A thrilling, critically-acclaimed account of the Cold War spies and
spycraft that changed the course of history, perfect for readers of
Bomb and The Boys Who Challenged Hitler. The Cold War spanned five
decades as America and the USSR engaged in a battle of ideologies
with global ramifications. Over the course of the war, with the
threat of mutually assured nuclear destruction looming, billions of
dollars and tens of thousands of lives were devoted to the art and
practice of spying, ensuring that the world would never be the
same. Rife with intrigue and filled with fascinating historical
figures whose actions shine light on both the past and present,
this timely work of narrative nonfiction explores the turbulence of
the Cold War through the lens of the men and women who waged it
behind closed doors, and helps explain the role secret and
clandestine operations have played in America's history and its
national security.
This book describes the ways that World War II affected production
and daily life in the United States, as well as government programs
for rationing, censorship, and propaganda. In addition to historic
photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics,
critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features,
a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and
an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned
to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.
This book describes the key battles that took place on the Eastern
Front during World War II, including the Battle of Stalingrad,
which was longest and deadliest battle of the war. In addition to
historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two
infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look"
special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary,
additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at
the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and
interest levels of grades 5-9.
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Robotics
(Hardcover)
Matt Chandler
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R360
Discovery Miles 3 600
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In the tradition of Hidden Figures and The Girls of Atomic City,
Code Girls is the amazing true story of the young American women
who cracked German and Japanese military codes during World War II.
More than ten thousand women served as codebreakers during World
War II, recruited by the U.S. Army and Navy. While their brothers
and boyfriends took up arms, these women moved to the nation's
capital to learn the top secret art of code breaking. Through their
work, the code girls helped save countless lives and were vital in
ending the war. But due to the top secret nature of their
accomplishments, these women have never been able to talk about
their story--until now. Through dazzling research and countless
interviews with the surviving code girls, Liza Mundy brings their
story to life with zeal, grace, and passion. Abridged and adapted
for a middle grade audience, Code Girls brings this important story
to young readers for the first time, showcasing this vital story of
American courage, service, and scientific accomplishment.
Military families face stressful times that are unique to the
military lifestyle. One of the most challenging situations, both
for children and parents, is when a father, mother, or sibling is
deployed for military service and must be away from the home.
Children often experience sadness, anger, fear, anxiety, and
loneliness, and they do not understand their own feelings or know
how to express them. This book is designed to help children
especially, but also their parents, during such difficult times.
Based on many years of experience as a social worker, who has
assisted military families experiencing stress, author Beth Andrews
has created an excellent tool for allowing children and their loved
ones to deal with the many emotions caused by deployment. The text
and illustrations encourage children to discuss their feelings and
to draw their own pictures to express themselves. The accompanying
parents' guide is designed to validate parents' feelings and give
them ways to help their children cope. Guided by this approach, a
parent or caregiver can help their children understand why one of
their parents or a sibling had to leave home, identify their
reactions, cope with their feelings in a positive way, be assured
that they are not alone, and try new activities to help themselves
adjust. At a time when military families are asked to make many
sacrifices in the service of their country, this reassuring book
will be a welcome resource.
This book gives an exciting overview of the US National Guard, from
when it first formed to its missions and members today, as well as
their tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of
easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading
engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of
contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary,
an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books
have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older
students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.
This book describes the events and alliances that led up to World
War II, including the reasons that various nations joined the
fight. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table
of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A
Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a
glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers
title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades
5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.
World War I set the tone for the 20th century and introduced a new
type of warfare: global, mechanical, and brutal. Nathan Hale has
gathered some of the most fascinating true-life tales from the war
and given them his inimitable Hazardous Tales twist. Easy to
understand, funny, informative, and lively, this series is the best
way to be introduced to some of the most well-known battles (and
little-known secrets) of the infamous war.
Praise for "Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales"
"Students bored to death by textbook descriptions of WWI battle
maneuvers should be engaged by this entertaining, educational
glimpse at world history."
--"Booklist
""A mixture of textbook and slapstick, this essential read makes
history come alive in a way that is relevant to modern-day life and
kids."
--"School Library Journal"
The inspiring true story of Reckless, the brave little horse who
became a Marine. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent
choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children
ages 4 to 6. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement
for activity books for children. When a group of US Marines
fighting in the Korean War found a bedraggled mare, they wondered
if she could be trained to as a packhorse. They had no idea that
the skinny, underfed horse had one of the biggest and bravest
hearts they'd ever known. And one of the biggest appetites! Soon
Reckless showed herself more than willing to carry ammunition too
heavy for the soldiers to haul. As cannons thundered and shells
flew through the air, she marched into battle-again and
again-becoming the only animal ever to officially hold military
rank-becoming Sgt. Reckless-and receive two Purple Hearts. This is
the first picture book from award-winning novelist Patricia
McCormick, sumptuously illustrated by acclaimed artist Iacopo
Bruno.
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Impostors
(Paperback)
Scott Westerfeld
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R268
R153
Discovery Miles 1 530
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With Impostors, master storyteller Scott Westerfeld returns with a
new series set in the world of his mega-bestselling Uglies - a
world full of twist and turns, rebellion and intrigue, where any
wrong step could be Frey's last Frey and Rafi are inseparable . . .
two edges of the same knife. But Frey's very existence is a secret.
Frey is Rafi's twin sister - and her body double. Their powerful
father has many enemies, and the world has grown dangerous as the
old order falls apart. So while Rafi was raised to be the perfect
daughter, Frey has been taught to kill. Her only purpose is to
protect her sister, to sacrifice herself for Rafi if she must. When
her father sends Frey in Rafi's place as collateral in a precarious
deal, she becomes the perfect impostor-as poised and charming as
her sister. But Col, the son of a rival leader, is getting close
enough to spot the killer inside her. As the deal starts to
crumble, Frey must decide if she can trust him with the truth . . .
and if she can risk becoming her own person. A storming return to
the Uglies universe from the always-surprising Scott Westerfeld.
What's real? What's not? It's up to you to decide... First in a
brilliant new series set in the dark world of Uglies A gripping
story of sisterhood, danger, rebellion and intrigue Explores
sweeping ethical questions about the future of science Please note
this book contains mature content more suitable for older readers.
The incredible story of Catherine Leroy, one of the few woman
photographers during the Vietnam War, told by an award-winning
journalist and children's authorFrom award-winning journalist and
children's book author Mary Cronk Farrell comes the inspiring and
fascinating story of the woman who gave a human face to the Vietnam
War. Close-Up on War tells the story of French-born Catherine
Leroy, one of the war's few woman photographers, who documented
some of the fiercest fighting in the 20-year conflict. Although she
had no formal photographic training and had never traveled more
than a few hundred miles from Paris before, Leroy left home at age
21 to travel to Vietnam and document the faces of war. Despite
being told that women didn't belong in a "man's world," she was
cool under fire, gravitated toward the thickest battles, went along
on the soldiers' slogs through the heat and mud of the jungle,
crawled through rice paddies, and became the only official
photojournalist to parachute into combat with American soldiers.
Leroy took striking photos that gave America no choice but to look
at the realities of war-showing what it did to people on both
sides-from wounded soldiers to civilian casualties.Later, Leroy was
gravely wounded from shrapnel, but that didn't keep her down more
than a month. When captured by the North Vietnamese in 1968, she
talked herself free after photographing her captors, scoring a
cover story in Life magazine. A recipient of the George Polk Award,
one of the most prestigious awards in journalism, Leroy was one of
the most well-known photographers in the world during her time, and
her legacy of bravery and compassion endures today. Farrell
interviewed people who knew Leroy, as well as military personnel
and other journalists who covered the war. In addition to a
foreword by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Peter Arnot, the book
includes a preface, author's note, endnotes, bibliography,
timeline, and index.
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