Grade 6

Recon Marines are sent on high-risk knowledge quests. They travel inside enemy territory to gather intelligence for military leaders. With the top secret information they collect, the U.S.… More →

Don't say you weren't warned. Black widows have red markings that let you know they are dangerous. Bother a black widow and experience the effects of its potent poison. Get caught up in… More →

When United States infantry troops need support, a UH-60 Black Hawk prepares for liftoff. This utility helicopter can carry 11 fully equipped soldiers into battle and transport injured troops More →

For missions that need immediate attention, the B-2 stealth bomber takes to the runway. This flying wing can reach any target in the world in a matter of hours. The bomber’s flat frame is… More →

Radar is of little use to the enemy when the F-35 Lightning II is in the air. From the shape of the aircraft to the paint that coats it, the F-35 is loaded with stealth features that make it… More →

Mountain climbing is about the challenge. It's about rising above difficulties to reach the breathtaking views that wait atop mountains. Let this book get you geared up for rock climbing,… More →

Sunshine, solid ground, and fresh air. You don't find these things in underground coal mines. Miners must be prepared to work in pitch-black darkness and survive explosions, cave-ins, and the More →

Black mambas give snakes a bad name. They are aggressive and have a bite that is usually a death sentence. Their venom is 10 to 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's! Tread carefully as you… More →

Sometimes actors don't have the skills they need for a movie scene. This is where stunt performers jump in, sometimes literally. These daredevils jump out of moving cars, off high cliffs, and More →

For soldiers on the ground, the Humvee is a welcome sight. This multi-purpose vehicle serves as a weapons carrier, ambulance, troop shelter, and more. It takes a beating from harsh terrain,… More →

With a flight deck longer than three football fields, the Nimitz aircraft carrier is the largest warship at sea. The 6,000 crew members and 80 aircraft onboard make each ship a military hub… More →

The Air Commandos help manage chaos for the U.S. military. They are skilled at pararescue and seizing airfields. Any time, any place, Air Commandos will be there. Follow Air Force Air… More →