Voices of World War II
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Picture Book · Ages 8–14 · 2010 · Est. 20 min read-aloud

Voices of World War II

By Lois Miner Huey

Escape, survival, and courage in World War II's chaos.

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32 pages· 2,477 words· Est. 20 min read-aloud
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In the chaos of World War II, a captured British pilot, an American army nurse, and a Japanese kamikaze pilot face extraordinary challenges. From daring escapes to life-saving missions amidst bombs and snakes, their stories reveal the raw courage and resilience of those who lived through history's darkest days. How did they survive, and what sacrifices did they make? Discover the gripping tales of triumph and defeat that defined a generation.

From the publisher

Can you imagine using a toilet to escape from a prison camp? Or how about battling snakes and bombs to help patients in the Philippines? These were everyday events for people during World War II. Experience their triumphs and defeats first-hand as you read about a captured British pilot, an American army nurse, a Japanese kamikaze pilot, and more.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
2,477
Reading age
8–14
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
780L
Themes & topics
Books about World War IIBooks about 1900-1949Books about military and wars
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.9
F&P level
~S
Scholastic level
W
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
137539
Publication
Published
July 1, 2010
First published
August 1, 2010
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781429647380

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