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(0)Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
720L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Animals have many traits that help them survive in the wild. Inspired by animals' incredible abilities, military forces have created many machines over the years to achieve success on the battlefield. From the first remote-controlled vehicles to the advanced machines of tomorrow, take a look at how military robots and drones often imitate the abilities of animals throughout nature. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and...
Author
Series
Publisher
The History Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
126 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Established in 1865 by Carl Klemer, the Faribault Woolen Mill is an authentic example of American craftsmanship. In 150 years of business, the company's success has relied on stewardship from the Klemer, Johnson, and Mooty families, as well as veteran employees. Despite a devastating fire and even a closing, today it is the oldest manufacturer in Minnesota and one of the country's last mills producing textiles from raw wool. Its blankets provided...
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
630L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 21 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to basic map features, such as legends and scales. Readers will learn how to measure distances, read a compass rose, and use grid systems to locate destinations. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
2015, c2014.
Lexile measure
560L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations, color ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Presents an overview of acrostic poems, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use acrostic poems to express ideas." -- From publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2014].
Lexile measure
740L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 21 x 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Imagine what it was like living in ancient Greece. Did all kids go to school? What did adults do for a living? And how did ancient Greeks spend their free time? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you discover what day-to-day life was like for the ancient Greeks" --
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
2015, c2014.
Lexile measure
550L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations, color ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Presents an overview of cinquain poems, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use cinquain poems to express ideas." -- From publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
2015.
Lexile measure
510L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations, color ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Presents an overview of rhyming poems, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use rhyming poems to express ideas." -- From publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
740L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat tactics. From the first feathered arrows to tomorrow's high-tech weaponry, take a look at how military technology often imitates the natural weapons of animals to help soldiers succeed in combat. Then...
11) Minnesota Wild
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
770L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
In ancient Greece different city-states often fought one another in deadly battles. But every four years the Greeks set aside their differences to honor the gods and compete peacefully in the Olympic Games. Learn all about the athletes, competitions, and religious ceremonies of the ancient Olympics.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2016].
Lexile measure
890L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"What happened in Tripoli in 1805? Who are the Marine Raiders? This unique timeline of the US Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command missions seizes the courage and drama these soldiers experienced. Dive in and follow along to learn more!" --
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2015].
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover fascinating facts, figures, and pictures while learning about the most interesting and extreme jobs that use math. Find out what kind of training it takes to be a stunt coordinator, how much money a cryptologist makes, and exactly what in the world a fluid mechanics engineer does!
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2011].
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
Español
Description
"Where do airmen train? Where do airmen live? How long is basic training? From recruitment to civilian life, learn all about airmen of the U.S. Air Force" --
