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Science of Soldiers

Contributor(s): Raatma, Lucia (Author), Puffer, Raymond (Consultant), Baxter, Kathleen (Consultant)

ISBN: 9780756544607

Publisher: Compass Point Books

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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

Series: Science of War

Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000148868 ( Science of Soldiers)

Reading level: 7.00

Interest level: MG

Point value: 1.0

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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"

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