Pararescuemen
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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2012 · Est. 17 min read-aloud

Pararescuemen

Written by Mark Harasymiw

Part of the U.S. Special Forces series

Elite airmen parachute into danger to rescue people in trouble.

32 pages· 2,184 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud· 1060L· AR 6.2 · 0.5 AR pts
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Bookroo's summary

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen are specially trained to reach and rescue people in dangerous places, often while avoiding enemy forces. This book covers their demanding training as parachutists, the work they do on rescue missions and their part in recent military operations, with photographs and sidebars.

From the publisher

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen are part of one of the most important teams in the U.S. Military. These skilled operators perform daring rescues all over the world, and all while evading the enemy. This book will explore the world of the elite Air Force Pararescuemen, including their training as parachutists and participation in recent military missions. Enhanced by exciting photographs of pararescuemen in action, readers will be engaged by the detailed content and captivating sidebars.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Words
2,184
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1060L
AR book level
6.2
AR points
0.5
AR quiz
148241
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~Y
Scholastic level
Q
AR interest level
MG
Publication
Published
January 16, 2012
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781433965692
LCCN
2011037102

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