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Missions of the U.S. Army Rangers

From the Set Military Special Forces in Action

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the history of the U.S Army Rangers, how the soldiers train, and how their missions save lives. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, an introductory fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

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  • About the U.S. Army Rangers
  • Fort Benning, Georgia
  • Operation Eagle Claw
  • Operation Gothic Serpent
  • Objective Rhino
  • Rescuing Jessica Lynch
  • Glossary
  • To Learn More
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Index
  • About the Author
Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 4
Dewey 356
Lexile 680
ATOS Reading Level 4.9
Guided Reading Level V
Language English
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Format Reinforced book, Hosted ebook
ISBN 9781634074438, 9781503807105
Copyright 2016, 2016
Number of Pages 24, 24
Dimensions 6.5 x 9, 6.5 x 9
Graphics Full-color photographs

A noteworthy review of Military Special Forces in Action from Horn Book Guide on October 1, 2016

Reviewed on 1 October 2016

Military Special Forces in Action series. This series briefly profiles special forces units designed to perform difficult and dangerous missions. Each volume provides a history of the unit’s origin and its mission, as well as the grueling and strenuous training involved. Brief vignettes relate successful reconnaissance and rescue operations. Military buffs will appreciate the glimpse inside these elite forces. Action photos will draw readers in to the choppy texts. Reading list. Bib., glos, ind.

Author: Marcia Amidon Lusted

Marcia Amidon Lusted is the author of more than 100 books and 500 magazine articles for young readers. She is also a writing instructor and an editor. Visit her at www.adventuresinnonfiction.com.