Pub Date: January 1, 2012
Dewey: 355.42
LCCN: 2011035878
Lexile Code: 0990
Features: Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Recycled Paper, Table of Contents
Target Age Group: 11 to 14
Physical Info: 0.32" H x 9.08" L x 7.26" W ( 0.41 lbs) 48 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction | Science and Nature | General See Also Headings Under Animals or Technology | Technology | General | History | Military and Wars
Series: Science of War
Description: What does it take to be a soldier? Strength and intelligence both play a part, but soldiers need extra help to do their job of defending their country. Enter technology such as satellites, robotics, and computers. Learn all about these forms of technology and the scientific principles behind them.
Review Quotes: This brief (48 page) book covers a wide range of topics. From nutrition and exercise science to the engineering behind weapons, equipment and food, advancements in technology and how they are related to military operations are covered in an easy-to-understand way. . . .[there] might be topics that even the most well-versed boy interested in the military might not know.-- "Ms. Yingling Reads blog"