The Best Resistance Movements Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018

Archenemies

By Marissa Meyer · Renegades series

A hero and a villain must navigate blurred lines to save their city from destruction.

471 pages· 126,015 words· Est. 11.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 105,113 ratings

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Summary: Nova juggles a double life as a superhero and a villain, torn between loyalty and vengeance. As Insomnia, she fights alongside Adrian to protect Gatlon City. As Nightmare, she seeks to dismantle the Renegades. But as crime escalates and secrets unravel, Nova and Adrian's growing feelings complicate their missions. Can they trust each other when the line between good and evil blurs, and the fate of their world hangs in the balance?

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Brainwashed

By Paul Aertker · Book #1 in the Crime Travelers series

A teen spy uncovers a sinister plot to brainwash kids in Paris. Can he stop it in time?

308 pages· 58,997 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 703 ratings

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Summary: Thirteen-year-old Lucas Benes discovers a baby on the roof of his father's hotel and uncovers a sinister plot by the Good Company to brainwash kids. Leading a team of international teenage spies, Lucas races through Paris, from the catacombs to the Eiffel Tower, to thwart a ceremony that could change them forever. Can they outsmart the villains and save themselves from becoming 'Good' kids? Dive into this thrilling adventure where every corner holds a new challenge and the stakes are as high as the rooftops they rappel from.

Chapter Book · 1999

Woeful Second World War

By Terry Deary · Horrible Histories series

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144 pages· 19,564 words

4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,828 ratings

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015

The Boys Who Challenged Hitler

By Phillip Hoose

Teen rebels defy Nazi occupation, igniting a resistance movement in Denmark.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2015)Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor (2016)

198 pages· 39,079 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 6,514 ratings

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Summary: In Nazi-occupied Denmark, fifteen-year-old Knud Pedersen and his friends refuse to stand by. Forming the Churchill Club, they launch daring sabotage missions against the Germans. Their youthful defiance and eventual capture inspire a national resistance. Can these young heroes change the course of history?

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2019

The Deceiver's Heart

By Jennifer A. Nielsen · Book #2 in the The Traitor's Game series

A memory-stripped warrior must reclaim her past to defeat a tyrant and survive looming war.

384 pages· 96,982 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 6,679 ratings

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Summary: Kestra Dallisor wields the Olden Blade but fails to defeat the tyrant Lord Endrick, losing her memory and freedom. Simon, heartbroken, seeks to restore her rebellious spirit without magic. As war threatens, and enemies close in, Kestra and Simon must rebuild trust to survive. Can they mend their fractured bond and reclaim their destinies in a world of treachery and magic?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Conspiracy

By Andy Marino · Book #1 in the The Plot to Kill Hitler series

Two siblings uncover a deadly plot to kill Hitler amidst WWII chaos.

192 pages· 35,748 words· Est. 5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 659 ratings

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Summary: In 1943 Berlin, siblings Gerta and Max Hoffmann's lives change when a dying man delivers a message to their father: "The Fuhrer must die." Thrust into a dangerous conspiracy, they must navigate a world where the stakes are nothing less than the soul of Germany. Can they help stop one of history's greatest tyrants, or will they become casualties in a war of shadows? As bombs fall and secrets unravel, the children's courage is tested in a fight between good and evil. Discover the thrilling journey of two young heroes in a battle for humanity.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2018

Live in Infamy

By Caroline Tung Richmond

In a world ruled by victors, one young man risks all to challenge the empire's grip.

304 pages· 80,082 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 924 ratings

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Summary: In a world where the Axis powers triumphed, Ren Cabot lives under the oppressive rule of Imperial Japan. Haunted by his mother's execution, Ren seizes a chance to join a resistance group. As he delves deeper into their dangerous mission, he faces a perilous path that could either liberate his people or lead to a fate worse than death. Will Ren's courage be enough to ignite change, or will the empire's iron fist crush his hopes? Dive into a gripping tale of rebellion and sacrifice.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023

Daring Women of D-Day

By Jen Breach, Alessia Trunfio (Illustrator) · Women Warriors of World War II series

Daring women sabotage German forces to aid the Allies' D-Day plans.

32 pages· 2,349 words· Est. 25 min read-aloud

3.8/5 Goodreads · 38 ratings

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Summary: In 1942, with Europe under German control, 39 courageous women, including Andrée Borrel and Lise de Baissac, secretly aid the French Resistance. As D-Day approaches, they risk everything to sabotage German operations and help free France. Will their bravery turn the tide of war?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Hunt

By Terrance Crawford, Dan Widdowson (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Piggy series

Can Ben uncover the infection's origin before Lucella falls to the Infected?

176 pages· 28,551 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 31 ratings

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Summary: Ben and his friends scour Lucella, battling the Infected and seeking the truth behind the outbreak. As they administer a new cure, they must confront hidden secrets and fears. Will they unravel the mystery in time to save the island, or will darkness prevail? The fate of Lucella hangs in the balance, with terrifying creatures lurking at every turn. Prepare for a gripping journey filled with suspense and unexpected revelations.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

Victory at Normandy

By Marcus Sutter, Andie Tong (Illustrator) · Soldier Dogs series

A secret mission, a lost dog, and a war orphan must unite to escape enemy troops and aid the D-Day invasion.

192 pages· 22,681 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 52 ratings

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Summary: Henri, on a mission for the French Resistance, must deliver a secret map before the Nazis catch him. Along the way, he meets Ace, a lost American paratrooper dog, and Elle, a war orphan. Their journey takes a dangerous turn when captured by enemy troops. Together, they must trust each other and their unlikely allies to escape and support the historic D-Day invasion. Will they succeed against the odds? This gripping tale unfolds through the eyes of Henri and Ace, inspired by true stories of WWII paradogs and resistance heroes.

The Best Resistance Movements Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Resistance Movements

Archenemies

Brainwashed

Woeful Second World War

The Boys Who Challenged Hitler

The Deceiver's Heart

Conspiracy

Live in Infamy

Daring Women of D-Day

Hunt

Victory at Normandy

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