Join the Coast Guard

by P. P. Mitchell

Overview

The coast guard is a unique branch of the US military, operating under the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime, but able to be transferred to the navy by the president or Congress. They are organized in a way that allows for quick response to crises such as Hurricane Katrina and Tropical Storm Rita. Learning about this special part of the US military will appeal to readers of all abilities! Artwork including full-color photographs and diagrams bring this book to life, and a historical frame of reference is provided on each spread through fascinating fact boxes.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781538205426
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Publication date:	07/30/2017
Series:	U.S. Armed Forces Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2017
Gr 2–5—Green camouflage borders and dog tag text boxes are an eye-catching format to lure elementary readers interested in the military. Service branch descriptions are kept simple, such as "Marines train for all kinds of missions in water, on land, and in the air." An emphasis on physical fitness and intense job training underscores an active way of life that also includes living by a creed or ethos and being away from loved ones. Close-up captioned photos feature service members in action scenarios, and there is plenty of attention given to different types of uniforms. Readers will learn the various paths to service, such as basic training for enlistees, then individual training or special team preparation that might be needed in rescue or natural disasters. Lists detail all the ranks for both enlisted personnel and officers, and numerical facts provide context for the size and scope of military operations. A positive tone tells readers that to be a good candidate for service, they must be respectful, honest, and a good friend and classmate. VERDICT Photos, graphics, and text are equally informative in this solid and age-appropriate series; consider especially for military buffs.

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