Weapons and Machines in Warfare
Weapons and Machines in Warfare
Reading Level: 5-6
Interest Level: 5-8
From the earliest days of warfare, the side with the most technologically advanced weapons was often the victor. From the two World Wars and the Cold War to Vietnam and the Gulf War, readers are taken on a tour of the history of military technology in the 20th century, examining the machines and weaponry that played an essential part in major victories. As they learn about the armored cars used in World War I, the cruise missiles developed during the Cold War, and many other innovations, they strengthen their understanding of both world history and the different areas of STEM.
Each Book Contains:
• Boxes that call out eyewitness accounts of the use of various kinds of machinery in wartime
• Sidebars that provide additional facts about certain weapons
• A glossary of military terminology to help readers expand their vocabulary
Curriculum Connections:
• Highlights the application of STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering, and math—in the real world with many detailed examples of military technology
• Provides a unique lens for learning about essential events in world history
• Allows for cross-curricular learning that combines STEM and social studies in a high-interest manner
