parachuting

"The military can be weird. Did you know they train dolphins? Or that sometimes instead of guns, the military uses chemicals during war? Readers will explore the science behind the military and some of the equipment and strategies used"--Provided by publisher.

The military can be weird. Did you know they train dolphins? Or that sometimes instead of guns, the military uses chemicals during war? In Weird Science: Military, readers will explore the science behind the military and some of the equipment and strategies used. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers. Educational sidebars include a science activity, a spotlight biography, fast facts, and an unsolved mystery! A table of contents, glossary of keywords, index, and author biography are included.

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Provides an overview of the United States military's Parachute Regiment, describing their training course, role in combat, equipment, and challenges.

Although he finds him boring at first, Adam soon becomes fascinated with Mr. Haddock, a heroic World War II parachutist who lost his legs and now lives in the nursing home where Adam's mother works.

Presents a short description of the U.S. Army Golden Knights and the parachuting maneuvers that have made them famous, their special gear and equipment, and more.

Introduces the Golden Knights, the United States Army's parachute team.

Hippo cleverly comes up with a plan to save Cat, Pig, and Dog just when it looks as if they are about to parachute into a swamp full of alligators.