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1) Robotics
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English
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Military robots have a lot of jobs. They disarm bombs, carry heavy loads, and complete spy missions! But how do these tools work? This hi/lo title explores the uses of military robots, introduces how they work, and discusses what they may be like in the future. Special features include a timeline of robotics history, a diagram that explains the science behind military robots, profiles of current and future robots, and more!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The US Civil War was the deadliest conflict in American history, partly because of rapidly advancing military technology. Civil War Technology explores how rifles, ironclad ships, and telegraphs helped the Union win the war. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In the wake of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States began using advanced technology to root out terrorist networks around the world. War on Terror Technology explores how mine-resistant vehicles, drones, and cyberwarfare have played roles in this conflict. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Modern technology combined with old-fashioned tactics to make World War I an especially brutal conflict. World War I Technology explores how submarines, tanks, and airplanes entered mainstream military use and helped influence the course of the war. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Vietnam War helped show that more advanced technology does not always win wars. Vietnam War Technology explores how guerrilla tactics, helicopters, and chemical weapons influenced the course of the conflict. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The war for America's independence from Great Britain brought about not only political change, but also technological change. American Revolution Technology explores how firearms, artillery, and naval technology helped win the war. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core...
11) Drones
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English
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"From reconnaissance missions to missile launces, military drones have a lot of jobs! In this hi/lo title, leveled text and crisp images explore these important military tools, including how they're used, how they work, and how they might look in the future" --
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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750L
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English
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Wars are destructive events, but they also spur the development of new technologies. From the firearms of the American Revolution to the drones of the modern War on Terror, technology has played important roles in armed conflicts. War Technology looks at major advances and how they affected the battlefield. Learn how these technologies changed the way soldiers fight.
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