Helicopters have done it all! They have rescued wounded soldiers. They have carried men into battle. They have searched for enemy submarines. They have destroyed dangerous mines. The sound of helicopter rotors cutting through the sky has brought relief to American troops. Read all about the history and future of military helicopters in this exciting book.

Did you know that the use of war dogs has been traced back more than 2,500 years? The ruler of the ancient Kingdom of Lydia ordered a pack of dogs to attack enemy soldiers. Learn more about the work these dogs do in Military Dogs, a title in the Dogs with Jobs series. Each Dogs with Jobs title features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. Dogs with Jobs is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book...

Major League Soccer was born in 1996. And so was the run of greatness for D.C. United. The Black-and-Red captured three league championships in the first four years. They have since won many other events. D.C. United has also featured many of the finest players in MLS history. It is no wonder that they are considered one of the greatest franchises ever in Major League Soccer. This book places the reader on the field. That is where exciting stars such...

The Philadelphia Union wasted little time creating excitement for team fans. Union players earned a Major League Soccer playoff spot in their second season. They also reached three U.S. Open Cup finals in their eight years of existence. Exciting players such as Sebastien Le Toux, C.J. Sapong, and Zac MacMath have entertained Union fans by scoring goals and saving goals. This fun book gives readers an inside look at the Philadelphia Union and its best...

Sports are unpredictable. They're wacky. They can be totally off-the-wall! This title highlights some of the most memorable tales and traditions from sports history and is brought to life with exciting detail. Informative sidebars offer even more stories. You can also find a glossary, additional resources, and more! This title is a must-read for any sports fan. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint...

Choosing just one animal mascot to represent the country of Australia is difficult! The marsupial contenders alone include the kangaroo, koala, and wombat. Then there are the predator options like the dingo and saltwater crocodile. After learning all about Australia in this title, fluent readers just might make a mascot pick!

Mexico is a cactus capital. Giant cardon, the world's tallest cactuses, grow in the Sonoran Desert. They reach heights up to 63 feet! And Mexicans also eat the stems of prickly pear cactuses like vegetables! This country profile takes kids south of the border to explore Mexico.

"The era of battleships was among the most exciting in the history of warfare. Battleships fought on the high seas in close range. Their big guns blasted away at enemy ships to help their countries win wars. This book covers the Civil War battle between the Moniter and Merrimac to the battleships of World War II and beyond."--Provided by publisher.

It is very important to sleep well. Sleeping well at night helps you perform better at school. It makes you happier and easier to get along with. It makes you healthier. You'll do better in sports and other physical activities. Sleep can even help you make good decisions. A soothing night's sleep can relax you and give you added time so you can make the best choice. These examples and advice will make it fun for you to learn how to improve your sleep...

Fighting with deadly weapons, scaling towering mountains, and riding angry bulls. Sporting events take on a whole new meaning when winning and losing is a life or death situation. Get the play by play of history's most dangerous sports.