Gun Education and Safety

This title examines the four golden rules of gun safety. The importance of understanding how a gun works is also covered--including safe loading and unloading--as well as how to safely hold and carry it. Permits and registration requirements and how they differ by state are examined, as are laws governing transporting guns. Hunting safety is covered, including different types of guns used in hunting and how their safeties operate, and different types of carries in the field are introduced. The importance of hunter safety and marksmanship classes in being gun safe is stressed. Safe storage and keeping of guns and ammunition in the home, and what to do if a gun is encountered at school is emphasized. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the history of special weapons from combining guns with axes and shields in the early seventeenth century to the stun guns of today. Artillery weapons such as howitzers and mortars and their ammunition are covered, as are rocket and grenade launchers. Different types of electroshock weapons and their controversy are examined, including their designation by the UN a form of torture. Tranquilizer guns, how they work, and their uses are introduced. Underwater pistols their ammunition, how they operate are covered, as are flare guns and Very pistols. Pens, cameras, and umbrellas that are really guns, and the regulation of these special weapons by the National Firearms Act are covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title explores different types of guns--such as long guns and handguns--their components, and how they operate including different types actions such as pump, bolt, lever, automatic and break, and revolver. Ammunition such as bullets, shells, and cartridges are examined, broken down into their components, and how they each work is discussed. Special ammunition such as slugs and shot, dummies, and hollow points are introduced, as are important concepts such as caliber and bore. How to load ammunition into long guns and handguns including barrel, magazine, and self-load processes such as automatic and semi automatic is covered. How guns fire ammunition via various firing mechanisms is explained. Air guns, how they operate, and ammunition such as pellets and BBs are also examined. Automatic and assault guns and their regulation are also covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the history of special weapons from combining guns with axes and shields in the early seventeenth century to the stun guns of today. Artillery weapons such as howitzers and mortars and their ammunition are covered, as are rocket and grenade launchers. Different types of electroshock weapons and their controversy are examined, including their designation by the UN a form of torture. Tranquilizer guns, how they work, and their uses are introduced. Underwater pistols their ammunition, how they operate are covered, as are flare guns and Very pistols. Pens, cameras, and umbrellas that are really guns, and the regulation of these special weapons by the National Firearms Act are covered. The Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This title examines the roots of the second amendment to the US Constitution, from the history of gun rights in England, to the Founders' reasoning behind the second amendment, and the responsibilities that accompany these rights. Important regulating legislation such as the National Firearms Act Gun Control Act of 1968, and the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act are examined, as well as important court decisions such as District of Columbia v. Heller and McDonald v. City of Chicago. Carry laws and regulations are covered, as are gun rights in other nations, as well as laws in different American states. The debate on gun control is covered, as are the National Rifle Association and the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence.

This title examines different types of gun sports, their rules, and how to play them. The importance of using safety equipment and protective gear such as ear and eye protection are covered, as well as the importance of practice in improving the athlete's performance and confidence. Different types of shooting sports competition--handgun, rifle, shotgun, and Olympic--are explained, such as cowboy action shooting, trap and skeet shooting, sporting clays, biathlon, and pentathlon. The importance of following the rules and displaying good sportsmanship in competition is covered, as are shooting sports regulating organizations such as USA Shooting, National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, International Practical Shooting Confederation, and the International Defensive Pistol Organization. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the history and development of guns and their firing mechanisms, from the early arquebus, through muskets and long guns, to today's revolvers, rifles, and shotguns. Readers will learn about the advancement from black powder to gunpowder, as well as the development of ammunition. Leaders in the field of gun development such as John Moses Browning are also introduced. The history of gun rights and important legal decisions are also examined. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the roots of the second amendment to the US Constitution, from the history of gun rights in England, to the Founders' reasoning behind the second amendment, and the responsibilities that accompany these rights. Important regulating legislation such as the National Firearms Act Gun Control Act of 1968, and the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act are examined, as well as important court decisions such as District of Columbia v. Heller and McDonald v. City of Chicago. Carry laws and regulations are covered, as are gun rights in other nations, as well as laws in different American states. The debate on gun control is covered, as are the National Rifle Association and the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Young hunting enthusiasts, history buffs, future military leaders, and biathletes have interests that involve guns. They know these powerful weapons must be handled with responsibility and respect. The Gun Education and Safety series provides essential knowledge about guns, gun safety, and the rights and responsibilities that go along with gun ownership and use. Full-color photos enhance easy-to-read text in this well-balanced look at the guns around us. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the history and development of guns and their firing mechanisms, from the early arquebus, through muskets and long guns, to today's revolvers, rifles, and shotguns. Readers will learn about the advancement from black powder to gunpowder, as well as the development of ammunition. Leaders in the field of gun development such as John Moses Browning are also introduced. The history of gun rights and important legal decisions are also examined.

This title explores different types of guns-such as long guns and handguns-their components, and how they operate including different types actions such as pump, bolt, lever, automatic and break, and revolver. Ammunition such as bullets, shells, and cartridges are examined, broken down into their components, and how they each work is discussed. Special ammunition such as slugs and shot, dummies, and hollow points are introduced, as are important concepts such as caliber and bore. How to load ammunition into long guns and handguns including barrel, magazine, and self-load processes such as automatic and semi-automatic is covered. How guns fire ammunition via various firing mechanisms is explained. Air guns, how they operate, and ammunition such as pellets and BBs are also examined. Automatic and assault guns and their regulation are also covered. The Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This title examines the four golden rules of gun safety. The importance of understanding how a gun works is also covered-including safe loading and unloading-as well as how to safely hold and carry it. Permits and registration requirements and how they differ by state are examined, as are laws governing transporting guns. Hunting safety is covered, including different types of guns used in hunting and how their safeties operate, and different types of carries in the field are introduced. The importance of hunter safety and marksmanship classes in being gun safe is stressed. Safe storage and keeping of guns and ammunition in the home, and what to do if a gun is encountered at school is emphasized. The Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This title examines different types of gun sports, their rules, and how to play them. The importance of using safety equipment and protective gear such as ear and eye protection are covered, as well as the importance of practice in improving the athlete's performance and confidence. Different types of shooting sports competition-handgun, rifle, shotgun, and Olympic-are explained, such as cowboy action shooting, trap and skeet shooting, sporting clays, biathlon, and pentathlon. The importance of following the rules and displaying good sportsmanship in competition is covered, as are shooting sports regulating organizations such as USA Shooting, National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, International Practical Shooting Confederation, and the International Defensive Pistol Organization. The Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.