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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Documents the contributions of specially trained military dogs, profiling noteworthy canine heroes while covering such topics as how they are trained and what happens to them when they retire.504 Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Strong, smart, and with super sniffers, these K-9 soldiers are reporting for duty. Military dogs help catch enemies and keep their fellow soldiers safe when it comes time for battle. Learn all about these heroic dogs"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 11
Description
"Trident K9 Warriors gave readers an inside look at the SEAL teams' elite K9 warriors--who they are, how they are trained, and the extreme missions they undertake to save lives. From detecting explosives to eliminating the bad guys, these powerful dogs are also some of the smartest and highest skilled working animals on the planet. Mike Ritland's job is to train them.This special edition re-telling presents the dramatic tale of how Ritland discovered...
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Series
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title provides readers with a fascinating look at military animals. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers. 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 to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title introduces young dog lovers to K9 and military dogs, covering everything from the history of their use to conditioning, training, and the work they do. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a photodiagram, and a glossary.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 9
Description
No Better Friend tells the remarkable story of Royal Air Force technician Frank Williams and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met in an internment camp during WWII. Judy was a fiercely loyal animal who sensed danger and instinctively mistrusted anyone in enemy uniform. Their relationship deepened throughout their imprisonment. The prisoners suffered severe beatings which Judy would interrupt with her barking. The dog became a beacon for the men, who...
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Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Gabe is a real dog who works with the United States military. He has an important job: He uses his sense of smell to find weapons before they hurt anyone. Gabe saves lives! Read his story to find out more about Gabe and what makes him a hero dog."--