P. P Mitchell
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The coast guard is a unique branch of the US military, operating under the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime, but able to be transferred to the navy by the president or Congress. They are organized in a way that allows for quick response to crises such as Hurricane Katrina and Tropical Storm Rita. Learning about this special part of the US military will appeal to readers of all abilities! Artwork including full-color photographs and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Many readers know or have heard of someone who s served in the US National Guard, but they likely don t have an understanding of what this home defense force does for our country. This volume blends interesting, focused information about a high-interest topic with accessible language to create a reading experience that even struggling readers will enjoy! Full-color photographs and even a diagram breaking down the uniform bring to life engaging content,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Most readers will at least have a cursory awareness of the air force, the awesome, flying arm of the US military fleet. This book is the next step for readers to learn and understand how to become part of this fighting force. Readers will enter the exciting world of the air force through accessible language and focused information that appeals to even reluctant readers. Full-color photographs and a bonus diagram of the uniforms bring the content...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The marines make headlines frequently for their daring missions and bravery. There's no better time than now to offer this inside look into how one becomes a marine and into the life of these incredible heroes in a way that will appeal to even reluctant readers! Through age-appropriate content about duties, rankings, special ops, and even uniforms, this book fosters a deeper understanding of the men and women who serve our country at an accessible...