US Military Forces

The U.S. military is made up of five branches, and each has a very important and very specific job to do. From the land to the sea to the air, the military is there to protect the United States on all fronts. In this compelling collection, students will learn about the history, heroes, and high-tech machines of the modern military. Captivating photographs and informative sidebars help reinforce readers’ understanding of the daily responsibilities of America’s armed forces. • Comprehensive view of each military branch • Features historic facts as well as contemporary information • Text is paired with photographs from the past and present • Sidebars aid comprehension • Sources of further information • Table of Contents, Glossary, and Index

* Reviews *

Series Review: US Military ForcesExcellent for report writing as well as for general perusing, this attractive set provides a well-organized overview of each of the five branches of the U.S. military. Clear and informative photos with bold red and camouflage backgrounds lend lots of eye appeal...far more information than one might expect at first glance.School Library Journal
RL
Grades
3-4
IL
Grades
3-6
Details:
Product type: Single Copy Set
ISBN: 978-1-4339-6187-8
Copyright: 2012
Reading Level: Grades 3-4
Interest Level: Grades 3-6
Dimensions: 7 3/4" x 10"