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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022
The Unknown Soldier
By Jess M. Brallier, Jamie Peterson (Illustrator)
A boy's visit to a solemn monument changes his view on bravery and sacrifice.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 40 ratings
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
During a family trip to Washington, DC, young Jack finds himself at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Initially uninterested, he becomes captivated by the solemn guard's ritual. As Jack learns about the monument's significance and the dedication of its sentinels, he gains a profound respect for the courage and sacrifice of veterans. This journey transforms his understanding of honor and bravery, leaving a lasting impact on his young heart.
From the publisher
This moving tribute to veterans and America’s fallen follows a young boy on his first trip to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. On the last day of their Washington, DC, vacation, Jack and his family visit a cemetery. Jack finds it boring, but as they watch the guard patrolling the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, his perspective shifts. He learns about the monument, the sentinels, and why it is they keep watch. Jack develops a newfound respect for those who serve and an appreciation for the honor and bravery of veterans. Includes back matter about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and those who guard it.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 5–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 540L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.6
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- October 4, 2022
- Publisher
- Charlesbridge
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781623541590
- LCCN
- 2021029133
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