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Books in Protecting Our People series

  • U.S. Secret Service

    Kirsten W Larson

    Hardcover (Amicus High Interest, July 1, 2016)
    "This photo-illustrated book describes the life of a US Secret Service agents, including their work catching counterfeiters and protecting the president of the United States. Describes training required to be an agent and what a day in the life is like in the field"--
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  • The CIA

    Kirsten W. Larson

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    "This photo-illustrated book describes the life of a CIA officer, including their work recruiting agents and spies, how they gather intelligence, and work to keep the United States safe from terrorism. Describes real-life missions and what it takes to get a job in the Central Intellegence Agency"--
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  • SWAT Teams

    Kirsten W Larson

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    "This photo-illustrated book describes the life of SWAT officers, including the work they do to catch dangerous criminals and free hostages. Describes what it takes to become a SWAT officer and includes real-life missions"--
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  • The FBI

    Kirsten W Larson

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    This photo-illustrated book describes the life of an FBI officer, including their work capturing terrorists, enforcing federal laws, and investigating crimes. Describes real-life cases and what it takes to get a job in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The Q&A features throughout promote reader inquiry and critical thinking. Includes glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Federal Air Marshals

    Kirsten W Larson

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    "This photo-illustrated book describes the life of a Federal Air Marshal, including how they work undercover on flights to fight terrorism. Explains how they fit under the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), what it takes to get a job, and whata day in the field is like"--
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  • U.S. Border Patrol

    Kirsten W Larson

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    This photo-illustrated book describes the life of US Border Patrol Agents, including the work they do to keep criminals, weapons, and drugs out of the United States. Describes what it takes to get a job as a border patrol agent, the training required, and what a day in the field is like.
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  • Climate Change

    Harriet Brundle

    Hardcover (Booklife, Oct. 1, 2018)
    More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What is climate change? Why is it important? How can we help stop it? All these questions and more are discussed here, in this interesting and child-friendly look at climate change in the 21st century.
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  • Catastrophic Weather

    Sarah Levete

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 15, 2010)
    Discusses extreme weather conditions, what causes them, and the dangers they pose.
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  • Animal Conservation

    Harriet Brundle

    Hardcover (Booklife, Oct. 1, 2018)
    More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What does "endangered" mean? Why are animals in danger? How can we help? All these questions and more are discussed in this interesting and child-friendly look at endangered animals in the 21st century.
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  • What Can We Do About Acid Rain?

    David J. Jakubiak

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2011)
    Acid rain refers to precipitation containing higher than normal amounts of nitric and sulfuric acid and is a direct result of pollution that people release into the air. This fact-filled resource tells the story of how limits on pollution have made acid rain less of a problem in certain areas, including large parts of the United States. Sidebars and a pronunciation guide help young readers take away valuable, lasting information.
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  • What Can We Do About Invasive Species?

    Lorijo Metz

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Some introduced species just naturally drive out native plants and animals from their environments. This captivating book acquaints readers with some of these invaders, from kudzu to Burmese pythons. Your readers will learn how experts are dealing with each ecological threat.
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  • What Can We Do About Pollution?

    Suzanne Slade

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Air, water, and soil pollution are major dangers, both for humans and for the other species with which we share this planet. Young readers will learn how pollution happens, what problems it causes, and how to stop it.
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