Books About D-day

The Best D-day Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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What Was D-Day?
Series
D-Day: Battle on the Beach
#7 in Series
I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944
#18 in Series
A Time for War
Series
Graphic Nov.
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About D-day

What Was D-Day?
Sale price
$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

What Was D-Day?

By Patricia Brennan Demuth, Who HQ, David Grayson Kenyon (Illustrator) · What Was . . . ? series

The Allied forces launch a massive invasion of Nazi-occupied France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, in an effort to liberate Western Europe from German control.

112 pages· 7,263 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,155 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: On June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops storm Nazi-occupied France in a daring assault that marks a pivotal moment in World War II. Discover the meticulous planning and deception that led to this historic invasion, as the Allies aim to end Nazi Germany's reign. Will their bold strategy succeed against formidable defenses?
D-Day: Battle on the Beach
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

D-Day: Battle on the Beach

By Kate Messner, Kelley McMorris (Illustrator) · Book #7 in the Ranger in Time series

A young boy and a soldier team up to survive the D-Day invasion of Normandy during World War II

160 pages· 13,085 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 499 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Ranger, a time-traveling golden retriever, arrives in Normandy on D-Day. Amidst the chaos of war, he encounters Leo, a Jewish boy in hiding, and Walt, an African-American soldier tasked with operating barrage balloons to protect troops. As bombs fall and planes roar overhead, Ranger must navigate the dangers of battle. Can he help Leo and Walt survive the fierce conflict and find safety in a world torn apart by war? Discover the courage and friendship that emerge in the darkest of times.
I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944

By Lauren Tarshis · Book #18 in the I Survived series

A young boy in Nazi-occupied France helps an American paratrooper and the French Resistance destroy a German cannon that threatens the Allied invasion on D-Day.

138 pages· 4,551 words· Est. 38 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,483 ratings
$4.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: In Nazi-occupied France, eleven-year-old Paul discovers an American paratrooper who reveals a daring Allied plan to defeat the Nazis. With his village under threat and his best friend missing, Paul faces a pivotal choice: help the soldier and risk everything, or remain silent. As the largest seaborne invasion in history unfolds, Paul must decide if he can transform fear into hope and play a crucial role in altering the war's outcome. Will his courage be enough to make a difference in this epic battle?
The Journal of Scott Pendleton Collins
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1999

The Journal of Scott Pendleton Collins

My Name is America series

A young soldier's journal reveals the haunting reality of war.

140 pages· 25,385 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,682 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Hardcover
Summary: Seventeen-year-old soldier Scott faces the brutal reality of war as he lands in Normandy. With each battle, his journal becomes a lifeline, capturing fears and fleeting hopes. Will he survive the chaos, or will his words be his only legacy? As Scott fights to liberate France, his entries reveal the true cost of courage and the relentless grip of fear. Dive into his world where every day could be his last, and discover what it means to hold onto hope amidst the horrors of war.
A Time for War
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$2595
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2011

A Time for War

By M. Zachary Sherman, Fritz Casas (Illustrator) · Bloodlines series

A lone paratrooper must survive behind enemy lines in WWII France.

88 pages· 6,012 words· Est. 54 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 51 ratings
$27.32Save 5%
Library Binding
Summary: Private Michael Donovan is dropped into chaos on D-Day, separated from his unit in enemy-occupied France. With no weapon or supplies, he must navigate the perilous landscape to reunite with his platoon. Can Donovan rely on his instincts to survive the Lion's Den, or will time run out in this deadly mission?
I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$2374
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (Graphic Novel)

By Lauren Tarshis, Brian Churilla (Illustrator) · Book #9 in the I Survived: The Graphic Novel series

A boy joins a secret resistance during D-Day to help defeat the Nazis.

160 pages· 4,387 words· Est. 49 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,075 ratings
$24.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: In Nazi-occupied France, young Paul Colbert's life changes when he aids an American paratrooper. Discovering a secret resistance, Paul is thrust into the heart of D-Day's historic invasion. Can he help turn the tide of war and bring hope to his village? As the Allies' plan unfolds, Paul must navigate danger and courage to make a difference. This gripping graphic novel blends historical facts with thrilling action, capturing the essence of bravery in the face of overwhelming odds. Will Paul rise to the challenge and help change history?
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