Transportation

The main gun on an M109A6 Paladin can fire up to four rounds every minute. Each round can travel up to 15 miles (24 kilometers). The Paladin has been the backbone of United States Army… More →

Predator drones can be used for reconnaissance missions or targeted attacks. Pilots control the drones from remote locations, keeping them safe from enemy fire. These unmanned aerial vehicles More →

The United States Air Force uses HH-60 Pave Hawks to deploy Special Forces and to perform search-and-rescue missions. Engaging photos and design highlight how the speed and technology of… More →

The world is full of mysteries. Do Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and ghosts exist? Can people really use ESP to see events with their mind? Has wreckage from a UFO been recovered? What are… More →

Motorcycle drag racing is becoming a very popular motor sport. Amateur racers use their street bikes to drag race, while professionals use drag bikes that can reach 200 miles per hour.… More →

When there is danger in shallow water, Littoral Combat Ships are called into action. These ships can go in water too shallow for other ships of the United States Navy. Armed with high-tech… More →

Ticonderoga Cruisers use their advanced Aegis System to defend U.S. Navy warships. Young students will join these guided-missile cruisers in action and read about the advanced weapons and… More →

Loaded with guns, torpedoes, and guided missiles, Arleigh Burke Destroyers are always ready to protect U.S. Navy warships. Young readers will learn how these destroyers use the latest… More →

Pop a wheelie! Motorcycles are exciting vehicles used for many purposes from traveling to racing. Young readers will learn about the different parts of a motorcycle and the various kinds of… More →

These tough vehicles can transport materials for work or play. A digger can load a pickup truck with dirt, or a pickup truck can tow a boat on its hitch. Kids will find out how these machines More →

When you lose electricity during a storm, a bucket truck may come to the rescue. Bucket trucks help people reach things high up like power lines, trees, or traffic lights. Discover a bucket… More →

Diggers come in all sizes and can dig very deep holes. The biggest digger weighs more than one million pounds! Find out how the different parts of this machine work together to dig into the ground. More →