The marines make headlines frequently for their daring missions and bravery. There's no better time than now to offer this inside look into how one becomes a marine and into the life of these incredible heroes in a way that will appeal to even reluctant readers! Through age-appropriate content about duties, rankings, special ops, and even uniforms, this book fosters a deeper understanding of the men and women who serve our country at an accessible reading level. Fact boxes on each spread expand the experience by providing historical context.