Crowley County Combined Library

The Medikidz, a team of superheroes representing body systems and function, explains in graphic novel format the symptoms, causes, and treatment of asthma.

Superheroes take Jasmin's brother to Planet Mediland to learn about the swine flu (influenza A H1N1) so that he can teach Jasmin how to recover and how to keep from spreading the flu.

Discusses K9 units, describing what they do, what it takes to qualify as a service dog, and what equipment they use.

A fighter pilot's office moves at the speed of sound, but an everyday office worker doesn't face death and danger every day. Fighter pilots working for military services around the globe are some of the most talented flyers in the world. They steer the most advanced aircraft ever built in ways that seem to defy physics. But their main job is not to fly, but to protect. In conflict after conflict, their outstanding skill and bravery has made the difference...

Learn all about paramedics and what it takes to do their jobs.

They guard the most important people in the United States. But did you know they also guard our money? The U. S. Secret Service includes agents and officers who put their lives on the line to keep our leaders, safe, and other who work around the clock to prevent counterfeiters from wreaking havoc. Presidents depend on them, and so can we.

Discusses SWAT teams, describing what they do, what it takes to be a team member, and what equipment they use.