Kristin J Russo

Sailors in the Navy will almost certainly spend part of their careers at sea. Everyone on board has a job whether it's a cook, medic, to nuclear equipment operator. And even though a sailor s life on a ship is strict and orderly, there are still some surprising facts about jobs, training, and living quarters in the Navy.

"Families of Fame & Fortune introduces the Jonas Brothers, a family of superstar musicians. With support from their parents, Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas got an early jump on fame when their band, the Jonas Brothers, skyrocketed to success in 2006. After a 10-year break, the brothers are back with a new album and a thrilling worldwide tour. Throughout their experiences, they have learned to overcome setbacks and follow their dreams. Readers will learn...

"Meet the Currys, a family of superstar athletes. The Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry and his brother, Seth Curry of the Portland Trail Blazers, faced off on the court in the first-ever sibling match-up in an NBA Final. Their parents flipped a coin to decide which jersey to wear and which son to support. Readers will learn how the "First Family of Basketball" found fame and fortune, how they give back to their fans, and what they plan to do next."--Provided...

Exploring the outdoors can be a thrilling but sometimes puzzling adventure. This field guide to the tracks and scat of North American animals shows readers how to identify the signs that animals leave behind, revealing which creatures are in the area.

A young Thai soccer team and their coach entered a cave complex on June 23, only expecting to be inside a short while. But it was monsoon season in Thailand, and while the group was still inside, a flash flood filled the cave complex with water, trapping them there. This was the start of their ordeal--9 days without light, and 18 days before rescuers could retrieve them. Iron Will: Surviving the Cave recounts five tales of survival of people trapped...

"On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina reached New Orleans. It was a category 5 hurricane, with winds up to 175 miles per hour. The entire city had been ordered to evacuate. But those who could not leave sought shelter around the city, and had to endure as, in a single day, 80% of New Orleans flooded, some areas covered in 20 feet of water. Iron Will: Surviving the Storm recounts five stories of deadly storms and their impact on those forced to weather...

Marines are a prestigious branch of the military who dedicate themselves to honor, courage, and commitment. In times of conflict, these values turn Marines into the heroes we know them to be. But what are their everyday lives like? What does their rigorous training involve? And what makes being a member of this military branch unique? The answers may surprise you.