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The first conflict to use iron-clad gunboats, metallic cartridges, and submarines, the Civil War also introduced such inventions as the telegraph and military balloons, utilized by the Signal Corps. This comprehensive reference describes these and many other forms of arms and military equipment employed during the war, including pontoon bridges, percussion grenades, "freak guns," siege artillery, mines, and torpedoes. Profusely illustrated with the...
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National Geographic
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English
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Whether you're a first-time backpacker, an occasional weekend warrior, or a seasoned long-distance trekker, this guide is a must for any backpacking, hiking, or camping trip. Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka-accomplished adventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer-shares his knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Skurka recounts what he's learned from more than 30,000 miles of long-distance hikes, including the...
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Maker Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2013
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English
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"This book shows you how to organize your environment to provide a safe and fun workflow, and demonstrates how you can use that space to educate others.... Outlines the uses and best practice for nearly every tool for people who like to build things, from Scotch tape to a 3D printer, a drill press to a punch, thread cutters to lasers"--Cover p. [4].
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PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2014.
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English
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"Move over, James Bond! A new spy is in town! After reading this handbook, boys will be able to send messages written in invisible ink, to invent and read secret codes, to construct hiding places for important items, and much more."
8) Mars rovers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"A new set of True Books on Space Exploration"--
11) Police cars
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Pebble Books
Pub. Date
c1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Describes and illustrates police cars and the equipment they carry.
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Welbeck
Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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"There's nothing like exploring the great outdoors. Getting out and appreciating nature can be as simple as spending time in your own back garden or local park, or as adventurous as hiking up a mountain or through a forest. However and wherever you choose to get outside, there are certain essential tools that will help you along the way. Maker: DIY wilderness survival projects features 15 projects which will enable you to get the most out of the outdoors,...