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3) Logging
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This book introduces young readers to the job of logging, and discusses some of the challenges and dangers encountered by loggers.
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What's it like to work in the dangerous field of search and rescue? It all depends on where help is needed! Explore the differences between mountain and wilderness, cave, urban, and combat search and rescue. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will learn how the heroic efforts of a few save the lives of many. This high interest, low reading level series gives readers an exciting photo- and fact-filled look at some of the most dangerous jobs on the...
7) Coal miner
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about coal miners. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
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"For most people, climbing the largest mountains in the world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. For mountain guides, it's just another day at work! Meet the people who risk their lives to help others have adventures on the highest peaks."--Back cover.
11) SWAT team member
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about SWAT team members. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
12) Smoke jumper
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about smoke jumpers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A powerful storm has capsized several boats off the coast. Helicopters show up to rescue people who have fallen into the sea. A few Coast Guard rescue swimmers leap from the helicopters into the water. It will be up to them to save the lives of the struggling victims. Coast Guard rescue swimmers must brave storms and risk drowning to save others. This book shows readers the rigorous training they must endure to handle this dangerous job.
14) Ice road trucker
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about ice road truckers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
16) Fighter pilot
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about fighter pilots. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
17) Lumberjack
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about lumberjacks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
18) Stunt Performers
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Stunt performers climb buildings, jump from airplanes, and take other thrilling risks to make movie magic. Readers will learn about the dangers stunt performers face, the training and gear that keeps them safe, as well as the history behind the profession.
19) Fighter Pilots
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Take flight with the pilots who keep both the skies and land safe. Young readers will explore their careers, the thrilling technology they use, and the dangers fighter pilots face every day. Detailed diagrams and colorful photographs will engage readers with the text.
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Without ice road truckers, people in the coldest regions of the world wouldn't be able to survive. These trucks bring the food, fuel, and other necessary supplies to very isolated communities. Learn about brave journeys across frozen roads, and see how truckers stay safe to deliver the goods.