I Escaped WWII Pearl Harbor
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

I Escaped WWII Pearl Harbor

Written by Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters

Book #16 in the I Escaped series

A teen braves chaos to rescue his father during Pearl Harbor's attack.

4.6 Goodreads · 132 ratings
116 pages· ~600L
$9.99Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

On December 7, 1941, 15-year-old Billy faces the unimaginable as Pearl Harbor is attacked. With his father trapped on the USS Oklahoma, Billy must navigate gunfire and chaos to attempt a daring rescue. Can a young boy defy the odds and save his father amidst the devastation? This gripping tale of courage and resilience brings history to life, challenging young readers to explore bravery and family bonds during one of America's darkest days.

From the publisher

The I Escaped Series: The World’s Favorite Escapes.In this stellar, impactful book, a young teen navigates the devastating chaos of the Pearl Harbor attack during WWII. A Notable Children’s Release from multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters.15-year-old Billy embarks on a perilous journey to save his father during the World War Two assault on Pearl Harbor. Initially dismissed as a mere drill, the reality quickly dawns on Billy and his family. The island of Oahu is under attack! Worse, his dad is down there on the USS Oklahoma, laid up in the sick bay with two broken legs. He’ll never be able to escape on his own. But what can Billy do? He’s just a kid and he’s way out of his element. Still, he has to act. Braving a hail of gunfire, Billy navigates his way to the harbor, boards a rescue vessel, and daringly ascends the rapidly sinking Oklahoma battleship. In the chaos below deck, he finds his injured father, setting the stage for a dramatic rescue.On December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor was attacked, a day that changed the course of American history. This story captures the resilience and courage of those who lived through this tragic event.Perfect for kids who are fans of war stories and history, especially those fascinated by World War Two. It delves into military history, bringing to life a significant historical event of this era. Young readers will encounter the bravery of soldiers, Marines, and war heroes from the Navy and Air Force. Packed with educational facts about battles, generals, and strategies, all presented to captivate and educate young minds about this pivotal period in American history.”I Escaped WW2 Pearl Harbor” is the 16th children’s book in the I Escaped Series about brave kids who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape.Great for kids’ book clubs and classrooms-a study guide is available at scottpetersbooks.com/downloads/worksheetsBonus: Contains a bonus fact section about the Pearl Harbor Assault, military war heroes, and moreBlack and white illustrations bring each chapter to lifeReal survivor quotes and photos are includedIt’s the parent-approved Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us!An essential, relevant read about bravery, duty, family bonds, and finding the courage to never give up.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
116
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~600L
Themes & topics
Books about warBooks about 20th centuryBooks about survival stories
The series

The I Escaped series

See the whole series
I Escaped North Korea!
#1 in Series
Sale price
$899

I Escaped North Korea!

Ages 9–12 · 2019

I Escaped The Donner Party

Ages 8–12 · 2020
Sale price
$999

I Escaped Pirates in the Caribbean

Ages 8–12 · 2021

I Escaped The Tower of London

2021
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

Rachel's Roses

Ages 7–10 · 2019

Rachel Field's Hitty

Ages 7–10 · 1999

The Dark-Thirty

Ages 8–12 · 1992

A Letter to Mrs. Roosevelt

1999

What Are You Glad About? What Are You Mad About?

Ages 6–9 · 2016

Trapped in the Overworld

Ages 7–12 · 2016

Mice of the Herring Bone

Ages 7–9 · 1992

The Buried Bones Mystery

Ages 8–11 · 1994
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.9
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
January 5, 2024
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781951019488

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo