"Engaging images accompany information about Air Force Air Commandos. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about the Marine Corps Force Recon. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the United States Navy, including the different types of ships used by the organization and the jobs executed by sailors in the Navy.

Examines the vehicles, weapons, and equipment used in the United States Army such as the Abrams tanks, Apache and CH-47 Chinook helicopters, Bradleys, and Humvees as well as some of the jobs offered through the Army like pilots, doctors, or mechanics.

Powerful machines and brave personnel in uniform described in simple text with large, labeled photographs clearly present the mission of each branch of service.

"Engaging images accompany information about Navy SEALs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

The United States Air Force has many roles. When we're at war, the sir forces uses aircraft to protect our country, gather information and support the other branches of the military. When we are at peace, they test new technology and research new ideas.

"Engaging images accompany information about the U.S. Coast Guard. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

The book teaches young readers about the jobs performed by combat experts in the military. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension. After-reading questions and an activity are also provided.

"The United States may never have entered World War II if it were not for the Japanese attack on the U.S. fleet at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Upon hearing of the attack, the American public clamored for a declaration of war against Japan, which soon led to combat with Italy and Germany as well. Japan's motivation for attacking the United States and the repercussions of the event--including the internment of Japanese Americans in the states--are thoroughly...