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Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains what it takes to become a paratrooper, discusses the combat history of the 82nd Airborne Division, and describes the training necessary for these special soldiers.
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history and development of the United States Air Force's Stealth bomber, its design and special features, and some of the missions it has flown in Operation Desert Storm and in Kosovo in 1999.
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces cloning and genetic engineering, exploring the technology and social issues involved and looking toward what the future might bring as it becomes possible to duplicate even human DNA.
11) The Donner Party
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2002]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the journey of the ill-fated Donner Party, ninety pioneers who became stranded in the Sierra Nevada mountains in the winter of 1846-47.
13) Secret Service
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, training, duties, and role of the United States Secret Service.
14) Sky marshals
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explores the history, current status, and future of Sky Marshals; educational and other requirements for those entering this field; and job duties performed.
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides a history of undercover police work, particularly in the United States, and looks at the preparations made before an undercover operation as well as differences between light and deep cover.
17) Cars
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2004
Language
English
Description
Explores how automobiles both reflect and shape popular culture in America. Written in easy-to-understand language and uses consistently familiar vocabulary to encourage reluctant readers. Fact boxes and sidebars highlight key information. Includes glossary, index, and resources list. Individual Development & Identity: IV. Relates personal changes to social, cultural, and historical contexts. Identify and describes ways regional, ethnic, and national...
18) Electrician
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses some of the jobs done by electricians, the training and tools needed, and opportunities in the field.
19) Plumber
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the profession of plumbing, including its history, tools, typical jobs, importance to public health, and areas of specialization.
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