children of military personnel

While is father is serving with the Canadian Forces in Afghanistan, Ryan spends his time playing "Desert Death" at a gaming cafe. When he meets the game's ultimate champion, however, Ryan is forced to confront the real risks his father is taking overseas.

A collection of essays in which the children of Canadian and American soldiers who have been sent to war in Iraq share their feelings on their fathers' experiences and the impact they have had on their family.

Enter the world of the U.S. Army with this title, which gives readers an up-close-and-personal look at what it is like to have a family member in the military. Through the eyes of a child whose dad is in the U.S. Army, this text explores the army's history, modern tools and technology, and career opportunities. Teaches about the joys and sacrifices that army members, and their families, make in order to protect our country.

"Always ready, always there" is the official motto of the United States National Guard. This military branch is presented through the eyes of a child whose cousin upholds that motto every day as a member of this reserve military force. Readers get an in-depth look at what it is like to have a family member in the military. The text also explores the history of this branch, its modern-day operations, and its members' unique lifestyle. By the end of the text, readers gain a full understanding of the sacrifices made by the brave men, women and families of the U.S. National Guard.

The United States Navy is staffed by thousands of dedicated service members. Some of them are moms, too. This non-fiction title introduces readers to life in the U.S. Navy through a narrator whose mother has taken up the call of duty. Readers learn about the Navy's past and present, what kinds of career opportunities the Navy offers, and the technology, tools, and lifestyle that are specific to this branch. Readers are sure to gain a full understanding of what it is like to have a family member who serves our country in the military.

The United States Army Reserves is full of heroes who have dedicated their lives to serving our nation. Equally heroic are their families, whose sacrifices are just as important. This title explores the world of military families, which acts as a unique teaching tool about life in the military. Readers learn what it is like to have a relative in the Army Reserves, and walk away feeling inspired by the dedication of our nation's heroes and their families.

The United States Marine Corps has been an active military organization since 1775. In its 240-year history, countless marines have defended our nation in air, water, and on land. Their families have stood behind them as proud pillars of strength and support. This title explores the USMC through the eyes of a child whose brother is in the Marines. The text explores the past and present of this important military branch and the career opportunities it offers. This text also examines the joys and struggles of having a family member who serves. Readers learn what it feels like to be part of a military family.

The world's largest and most technically advanced air force is the U.S. Air Force, which became its own branch of the military in 1947. It's staffed by men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our country. This text employs a narrator whose uncle serves in the U.S. Air Force to teach readers what it is like to be from a military family. Covers topics such as the branch's past and present, its specialized tools and technology, and the unique career opportunities it offers. Readers gain a sensitivity to the sacrifice military families around the country make for our safety.

A few months into the school year, Annabelle Louis is starting to find her place at McManus Middle School, but Annabelle's therapist, Dr. Varma, still thinks there's room for improvement in Annabelle's social life, especially since Mom will be leaving soon for an overseas assignment. Knowing there's a school dance coming up, Dr. Varma challenges Annabelle to learn how to dance, and what keeps Annabelle interested in the challenge are the hilarious videos she posts on her vlog, Daphne Doesn't, making fun of the various styles of dance she's learning. The videos are a hit, and as Daphne Doesn't goes viral around McManus Middle School and elsewhere, Annabelle's alter ego won't stay secret for long.

Daphne is a hilarious, fashion-savvy, on-the-rise teen YouTube star, but at school, where Daphne is really Annabelle Louis, eighth-grade super geek, wearing the latest trends is far off her radar. Her therapist, Dr. Varma, suggests she try something new--a wardrobe makeover. Fashionable outfits bring Annabelle newfound attention, which she can't help but enjoy, but when her new popular friends start showing their true colors and making fun of others, Annabelle becomes fed up with fashion trends and popularity.