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2) Green Berets
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
Language
English
Formats
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" --
5) F-22 Raptor
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents information about the F-22 Raptor, covering how it is used, its history, and its specifications.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
This title explores the recent development of the new F35 Lighting II multi-role fighter. Readers will follow the history of its origins as a descendant of the X-35 and product of the Joint Striker Fighter Program.
9) V-22 Osprey
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents information about the V-22 Osprey, covering how it is used, its history, and its specifications.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title examines 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. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title 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. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. Aligned to Common Core...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title examines the US Air Force and it 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. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title examines 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. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and...
14) Navy SEALs
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title 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. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are...
15) Weapons of war
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
This book 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.
20) Submarines
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Patrol the world's oceans in one of our nation's greatest military ships! Submarines dives down under the waves to explore the history, capabilities, and technology of this modern marvel, including heroic sailors who have served on the ship. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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