Las Animas - Bent County Library District

This book describes infantry weapons like bayonets and hand grenades and heavy artillery such as howitzers and machine guns used in battles during World War I.

This book describes the small arms like rifles, revolvers, and swords and larger weapons such as cannons used during the Civil War.

Simple text and photographs present the various roles, jobs, tools, weapons, and equipment used by the U.S. Marine Corp, including the different aircraft, and ground and amphibious vehicles at their disposal.

"Engaging images accompany information about Army Green Berets. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"In science fiction, energy blades are weapons or tools that look like glowing swords. How could one of these powerful devices work? Scientists have some ideas, which include using plasma. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life energy blade!"--

This title provides readers with a fascinating look at the many different kinds of military gear. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers as they get to know how soldiers protect themselves. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned...

Describes various weapons used in the martial arts including the nunchaku, the sai and bo, escrima sticks, bladed weapons, and projectile weapons.

"Claws that slash, teeth that tear, and tail clubs that crush-dinosaurs were once the terror of the planet! Check out the dramatic illustrations of dinosaurs and the "weapons" on these ancient giants! Their weapons were adaptations that helped them hunt and defend themselves. A great high-interest read and a useful resource for report writing"--

Briefly describes the history and gives examples of military weapons and technology including various types of ships, guns, missiles, planes, tanks, and weapons of mass destruction.

"Engaging images accompany information about the U.S. Coast Guard. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.