Buckley, James

"By the time the United States joined the Second World War in 1941, the fight against Nazi and Axis powers had already been under way for two years. In order to win the war and protect its soldiers, the US Marines recruited twenty-nine Navajo men to create a secret code that could be used to send military messages quickly and safely across battlefields. . . [This book] explains how these brave and intelligent men developed their . . . code, recounts some of their riskiest missions, and discusses how the country treated them before, during, and after the war"--Provided by publisher.

"By the time the United States joined the Second World War in 1941, the fight against Nazi and Axis powers had already been under way for two years. In order to win the war and protect its soldiers, the US Marines recruited twenty-nine Navajo men to create a secret code that could be used to send military messages quickly and safely across battlefields. . . [This book] explains how these brave and intelligent men developed their . . . code, recounts some of their riskiest missions, and discusses how the country treated them before, during, and after the war"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history and rules of lacrosse.

"Learn about the . . . life and accomplishments of Babe Ruth in this . . . educational graphic novel"--Provided by publisher.

A brief biography of American Olympic gold medalist Kevin Durant, discussing his childhood, family, and career in basketball.

Nick, Coleman, and Elliot recount their favorite football highlights--on and off the field.

Read about a scary shark attack, and learn some helpful tips.

Readers will learn about the close encounters with the blue-ringed octopus.