children of military personnel

"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.

Because his father is in the Army, Oliver Jeffries has never lived in any one place for long, but he was hoping that Colorado would be different because he is the starting wide receiver on the Jackson Middle School's football team--so when he gets word that his family is moving again he is bitterly disappointed, but he has one more game and he is determined to make it a good one.

After something strange happens during a camping trip, twelve-year-old alien-obsessed Simon suspects he has been abducted, but was it real or just his overactive imagination?.

When her brother is sent to fight in Vietnam, twelve-year-old Jamie begins to reconsider the army world that she has grown up in.

When her brother is sent to fight in Vietnam, twelve-year-old Jamie begins to reconsider the army world in which she has grown up.

Annabelle Louis, military brat and computer nerd, embarks on her second assignment in making friends in middle school trying out for the school play where, despite what she feels is her total lack of ability, she ends up as understudy for the lead female part, and with more fuel for her popular vlog, Daphne Doesn't--but Annabelle begins to realize that being popular in secret will not mean anything if she can not share her secret with her friends.