Books About Pearl Harbor

The Best Pearl Harbor Books for Kids

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Ted & Me
#11 in Series
Pearl Harbor
Series
Attacked!
Attack on Pearl Harbor
#2 in Series
The Shortlist

Our 9 Favorite Books About Pearl Harbor

What Was Pearl Harbor?
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

What Was Pearl Harbor?

By Patricia Brennan Demuth, Who HQ, John Mantha (Illustrator) · What Was . . . ? series

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor draws the United States into World War II

112 pages· 6,784 words· Est. 57 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,301 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: On December 7, 1941, chaos erupts as Japanese planes launch a surprise assault on Pearl Harbor, sinking battleships and claiming thousands of lives. Discover how this pivotal event catapulted the U.S. into World War II, forever altering history. What led to this devastating attack, and how did it change the course of the war? Dive into a gripping narrative that unravels the secrets and consequences of that fateful day.
Ted & Me
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2012

Ted & Me

By Dan Gutman · Book #11 in the Baseball Card Adventures series

Time-traveling teen must warn Roosevelt of Pearl Harbor using a baseball card.

208 pages· 38,195 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 549 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Joe Stoshack can time travel with baseball cards. The FBI tasks him with a mission: journey to 1941 and alert President Roosevelt about Pearl Harbor. His ticket? A Ted Williams card. Can Joe change history and alter Williams' fate? Dive into a thrilling mix of history and baseball.
Pearl Harbor
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Pearl Harbor

By Kate Messner, Dylan Meconis (Illustrator) · History Smashers series

Discover the untold truths behind the Pearl Harbor attack and its overlooked warnings.

224 pages· 18,007 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 545 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into the hidden history of Pearl Harbor, where overlooked warnings and ignored signs led to a devastating attack. Explore the aftermath, including the internment of Japanese Americans, through engaging illustrations and sidebars. What secrets lie beneath the surface of this infamous event? Uncover the truths that challenge the accepted narrative and reveal the complexities of a pivotal moment in history.
On the Horizon
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2020

On the Horizon

By Lois Lowry, Kenard Pak (Illustrator)

Witness the echoes of Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima through poignant verse and haunting illustrations.

80 pages· 3,737 words· Est. 25 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,417 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Explore the intertwined fates of soldiers and civilians in 'On the Horizon.' Through evocative verse and illustrations, this narrative delves into the tragedies of Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima. As history unfolds, it challenges us to find empathy and understanding amidst the shadows of war. What lessons can we learn from the past to shape a hopeful future? Discover the stories of lives forever changed and the enduring quest for peace.
Attack on Pearl Harbor
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2011

Attack on Pearl Harbor

By Shelley Tanaka

Relive the day that changed history at Pearl Harbor.

64 pages· 10,012 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 199 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: On December 7, 1941, chaos erupts as American and Japanese perspectives collide in a gripping recount of the Pearl Harbor attack. Experience the tension and bravery through vivid memories and photographs.
A Boy at War
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2001

A Boy at War

Book #1 in the Adam Pelko series

A boy witnesses a devastating attack and seeks answers in a world turned upside down.

112 pages· 21,976 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,075 ratings
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Summary: On December 7, 1941, Adam's world shatters as Japanese planes attack Pearl Harbor. Watching his father's ship, the Arizona, sink, he grapples with the harsh reality of war. As he searches for answers about his friends and his father, Adam confronts the uncertainty and chaos that follow. Can he find clarity in a world where sometimes there are no answers?
Attacked!
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2023

Attacked!

By Marc Favreau

Experience Pearl Harbor's chaos through firsthand accounts of those who lived it.

240 pages· 28,709 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: On December 7, 1941, the world changed forever. Dive into the chaos of Pearl Harbor through the eyes of soldiers, sailors, and civilians caught in the crossfire. As the attack unfolds, witness daring rescues, tragic losses, and the resilience of those who faced the unimaginable. From strategic decisions by leaders to the harrowing experiences of everyday people, this gripping narrative reveals the untold stories of a day that reshaped history. What does it mean to be American in the face of such adversity? Discover the enduring lessons from an event that took everyone by surprise.
Attack on Pearl Harbor
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Attack on Pearl Harbor

By Marcus Sutter, Andie Tong (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Soldier Dogs series

A street dog and a boy face danger during the Pearl Harbor attack.

176 pages· 21,833 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 87 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: During the chaos of Pearl Harbor, young Joe and his loyal street dog, Skipper, find themselves in a life-or-death situation. With a new baby at home and no room for Skipper, Joe plans to make him a ship mascot. But when the attack begins, Skipper's bravery might be their only hope for survival. Can this unlikely hero save the day?
Alice on the Island
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Alice on the Island

By Mayumi Shimose Poe, Matt Forsyth (Illustrator), Alessia Trunfio (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Girls Survive series

A young girl's life is upended by war and her father's internment.

112 pages· 13,097 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 278 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1941 Hawaii, thirteen-year-old Alice's carefree life shatters when Pearl Harbor is bombed. As war engulfs the nation, her father is interned, leaving Alice to navigate a world turned upside down. Can she hold her family together amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War II? Discover Alice's resilience in this gripping tale of survival and hope during one of history's pivotal moments.
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