Reading Level: Grade 3 Interest Level: Grades 3 – 7
Apache helicopters are sometimes called “flying tanks.” In this hi-lo title, readers will learn about the history and capabilities of this attack helicopter. Special features highlight the parts, size, and technology of the helicopter. A two-page profile spread ends the title with information about the specs and equipment of the United States’ strongest attack helicopter!
'Known as a “flying tank,” this U.S. Army attack helicopter is built for action, and military and aircraft enthusiasts are the obvious targets of this accounting of its capabilities. Part of the Military Aircraft series (6 titles), this high-interest offering opens with a short fictional scenario of an Apache helicopter completing a stealth mission. It then launches into an overview of its form, function, and history, capitalizing on succinct text, flashy photos, and infographics. Some noteworthy examples of the latter include a time line of military missions in which Apache helicopters were used and a diagram of one executing a sneak attack on an enemy tank. Labeled photos also point out its exciting weapons, such as Hellfire missiles and the hydra rocket launcher. A final, two-page visual spread recaps key facts and stats.', Julia Smith, Booklist,'In this series, the reader learns about specific types of U.S. Military Aircraft. The books are highly interesting and engaging to all readers! Each book describes the specific characteristics of each military aircraft with photographs and diagrams of those characteristics. The books detail the length, height, and width of each aircraft. Each book also informs the reader of the missions each aircraft has undergone. These non-fiction books include numerous non-fiction text features to support the reader in understanding the important facts in the book. Some non-fiction text features included in each book are engaging photographs, a table of contents, labels, headings, bold-faced words, a map, diagrams, a glossary, and an index. The photos of the aircraft are engaging to readers of all ages. Suit up to begin your adventure of learning about some of the fastest, strongest, and most durable machines on Earth!', Charity Nadrozny, 2nd Grade Teacher, Illinois, Educator Review
