John Hamilton
1) Wildfires
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Series
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses conditions which cause wildfires, ways to control them, and their damaging as well as beneficial effects.
2) Lightning
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text explore the natural phenomenon of lightning.
4) Green Berets
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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" --
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Explores the 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." --
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Explores the US Air Force and its 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" -- Provided by publisher.
8) Snowboarding
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Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces young adventurers to snowboarding. Readers will learn the history of snowboarding and about the three different types of snowboards. Clothing and gear is discussed, as are boots and bindings.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Welcome to Florida, the Sunshine State!...enjoy the Calle Ocho Latin Street festival, explore Everglades National Park, ride roller coasters at Walt Disney World, attend the Orange Bowl, and more as they learn about Florida|s history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title." -- Publisher.
14) Jesse James
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The life story of Jesse James, famous outlaw of the Old West, from his activities in the Civil War and his career as a bank robber to his demise at the Ford brothers' house.
16) Annie Oakley
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A biography of the markswoman and performer who achieved fame with Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show.
17) SWAT
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Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are called to perform the most dangerous duties in law enforcement. These extreme situations include apprehending heavily armed suspects, hostage rescue, riots, and other dangerous duties. Through clear text and dramatic full-color photography, readers will learn how SWAT operators are selected and trained, the equipment they use, and the tactics needed to perform successful operations. Aligned to Common Core...
18) Forensics
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Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
This book teaches aspiring scientists the role of crime scene investigators in the field of law enforcement. Through clear text and large, full-color photographs, readers will witness the day-to-day lives of these specialists. Topics covered include fingerprint analysis, forensic fluids, ballistics, forensic entomology, and many others. The steps to becoming a crime scene investigator are also described. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
20) Billy the Kid
Author
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The life story of Billy, the Kid, the outlaw of the Old West, from his childhood and participation in the Lincoln County Range War to his death at the hands of Pat Garrett.