Military & Wars
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Inside the US Navy
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — US Armed Forces
Who protects us by sea? The US Navy! The navy keeps our country safe by water—and under the water too! They protect US ships and submarines when traveling. From recruit training to life at… Read More →
Japanese American Internment Camps
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
During World War II, the United States was battling Japan. In 1942 the president of the United States signed an executive order, forcing more than one hundred thousand Japanese Americans to… Read More →
John Cook's Civil War Story
From the Series Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War
Gunfire rang out across the countryside as fifteen-year-old John Cook watched his unit struggle during the Battle of Antietam. Union troops were falling fast as they tried to push Confederate Read More →
John McCain: The Courage of Conviction
From the Series Gateway Biographies
This timely title examines the remarkable life and death of John McCain, from his time as a decorated war veteran to elder statesman. Accessible text and plentiful photos cover McCain's early Read More →
Johnny Clem's Civil War Story
From the Series Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War
Bullets whizzed overhead, narrowly missing twelve-year-old Johnny Clem. The Confederate army was winning the Battle of Chickamauga, and Johnny's unit had begun to retreat. Although he had… Read More →
Knights: Through the Ages
From the Series Explore!
Come on a medieval journey and explore the many and varied roles of a knight in the Middle Ages. Learn about their training, their weapons, their armor, and their responsibilities as they… Read More →
Lethal Leaders and Military Madmen
From the Series ShockZone ™ — Villains
Get ready to bow down—if you don't want to lose your head! Some of history's most ruthless leaders are headed your way. Some of these rulers schemed their way to the top. Others just… Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ninja Mania — Hardcover Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ninja Mania
Dive into the exciting and mysterious world of the ninja in this action-packed series! Explore the history behind well-known ninja myths, from the weapons they used to their training methods. Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ninja Mania — Paperback Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ninja Mania
Dive into the exciting and mysterious world of the ninja in this action-packed series! Explore the history behind well-known ninja myths, from the weapons they used to their training methods. Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ™ — Hero Dogs — Audisee®—On Level Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Hero Dogs
This engaging, high-interest series is all about working dogs! Through vibrant pictures and fun information, learn how working dogs can help people who need physical aid, provide emotional… Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ™ — US Armed Forces — Hardcover Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — US Armed Forces
Introduce readers to the military branches that make up the United States armed forces. Captivating photos and clear, lively text explores the gear, the vehicles, the training—everything… Read More →
Locutores de claves navajos (Navajo Code Talkers)
From the Series Héroes de la Segunda Guerra Mundial (Heroes of World War II) (Alternator Books ® en español)
En el Pacífico Sur, en 1944 y 1945, se libraron batallas militares entre Estados Unidos y Japón. Rodeados del traqueteo de las balas y las explosiones de las bombas, un grupo de marines… Read More →
Many Ways to Be a Soldier
From the Series On My Own History
More than anything, Rem Goldin wants to fight the British in the American Revolution. His father and the other men of Sites Point, New Jersey, have all left town to join the fighting. But… Read More →
Marine Force Recon: Elite Operations
From the Series Military Special Ops
Performing search-and-seizure missions, investigating enemy coastlines, and gathering secret information are just some of the duties that Marine Force Recon members take on. These soldiers go Read More →
Memorial Day
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — American Holidays
A simple introduction to why and how we celebrate Memorial Day. Color photographs reflect the short, easy-to-understand sentences that improve vocabulary and comprehension. Read More →
Mighty Fighting Machines
From the Series Warriors!
On battlefields throughout history, devastating engines of war have helped armies clinch victories and preserve empires. Stand back and witness massive engines of war wreaking havoc against… Read More →
Mighty Tanks
From the Series Buzz Books
Tanks are heavyweight battlefield beasts that require specially trained crews to take them into battle. They cost millions of dollars and weigh over 70 tons each. Read about the histories and Read More →
Momcilo Gavric's World War I Story
From the Series Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War
In August 1914, Austro-Hungarian troops attacked eight-year-old Momcilo Gavric's village in Serbia. With his home destroyed and his family missing, Momcilo set off on his own to seek help… Read More →
Mujeres pilotos de la Segunda Guerra Mundial (Women Pilots of World War II)
From the Series Héroes de la Segunda Guerra Mundial (Heroes of World War II) (Alternator Books ® en español)
Cuando comenzó la Segunda Guerra Mundial, muchos países no permitían que hubiera mujeres pilotos en el ejército. Sin embargo, a medida que avanzaba la guerra, estos países comenzaron a… Read More →
Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War — Hardcover Set
From the Series Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War
Meet real-life kid heroes ages eight to sixteen who helped military forces during times of war. These exciting, illustrated narratives tell true stories of young people who bravely faced… Read More →
Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War — Paperback Set
From the Series Narrative Nonfiction: Kids in War
Meet real-life kid heroes ages eight to sixteen who helped military forces during times of war. These exciting, illustrated narratives tell true stories of young people who bravely faced… Read More →
Navajo Code Talkers
From the Series Heroes of World War II (Alternator Books ® )
In the South Pacific in 1944 and 1945, military battles raged between the United States and Japan. Surrounded by rattling bullets and exploding bombs, a group of Navajo Marines sent secret… Read More →
Navy SEALs: Elite Operations
From the Series Military Special Ops
Trained to fight at sea, in the air, and on land, U.S. Navy SEALs tackle whatever missions come their way. They must master skills such as combatting enemies under water, fast-roping from a… Read More →
Ninja Competitions
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ninja Mania
At ninja competitions, athletes jump, climb, and flip their way through a twisted obstacle course. Explore the history behind the wild sport of ninja and its connection to ninja of the past. Read More →