A countdown of five of the most fascinating FBI Hostage Rescue Team achievements provides thrills as readers learn about the training, skills, and gear utilized by this elite special operations force.

Part of the X-Books: Special Forces series

X-Books are for kids who love factsespecially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic: in X-Books: Special Forces, these sidebars summarize the achievements of and notable figures from some of the most fascinating special forces units in history. Count down the worlds most extreme special forces, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits!

Ages 8 – 12

Nonfiction, 32 pages, 2022

ISBN 9781640263703

Reviews

“This nonfiction educational resource explains the Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) in easy to understand terms and short paragraphs. The main mission of operatives is to stop criminals or terrorists without harming any hostages or bystanders. Topics and factual tidbits cover the goals and creation of HRT, the training and skills that are required, the gear that operatives wear, and the tools and weapons they may use while on a mission. Throughout training, operatives endure physical tests, become certified divers, and are monitored for decision making and judgment while under stress. The material presented is engaging for students interested in this topic, and it is likely readers of all ages will gain some new knowledge. This resource could aid a student in writing an assignment on the topic. A short glossary is included. The Top 5 HRT Operations and other brief descriptions of their missions discuss targets being killed. Check school policy on student resources containing specific details about guns or photos showing use of guns prior to adding to classroom or library collection. Title is part of the X-Books series, specifically the Special Forces X-Books. Children’s Literature, January 2022