Voices of Young Heroes: A World War 2 Book for Kids (History Speaks!)
Price: points - Details)
20 Extraordinary stories of young World War 2 heroes―written for kids 8 to 12
When any nation goes to war, we hear heroic stories from the frontlines. From foot soldiers and ship captains to fighter pilots and medics, there are infinite tales of unbelievable bravery, heroism, and sacrifice. However, not all heroes served on the front. In this important selection among World War 2 books for kids, you’ll learn 20 unique stories of kids and teens who experienced World War 2 and made a difference.
In one of the most interesting and educational World War 2 books for kids, you’ll discover real-life tales of 12-year old American Jack Lucas, who faked his age in order to fight, Helmuth Hübener refusing to fall in with the Nazis, and Anne Frank, the Jewish girl who inspired generations with her diary. Become inspired by these fascinating stories and more from brave young people who helped fight for a better world.
This standout among World War 2 books for kids includes:
- World War 2 overview―Get a quick overview of the history of World War 2, including why it happened, who was involved, its major events, and the outcome.
- From the source―Each profile in this outstanding selection in World War 2 books for kids features quotes from the kids who were actually there.
- Amazing facts―Ready for an exciting new learning experience in World War 2 books for kids? The sidebars offer captivating facts about the war you may not have known about before.
World War 2 books for kids should be enlightening and engaging―Voices of Young Heroes is exactly that.
From the Publisher
Meet a few of the exceptional young heroes found inside:
Hans and Sophie were German-born siblings who opposed the Nazi regime. They were members of the White Rose, a student group involved in non-violent resistance.
Jack Lucas enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps when he was 14 years old, 3 years too young, but he lied about his age. Young Jack went on to win the Medal of Honor during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
Martin Bormann Jr. followed in his father’s footsteps and became an ardent Nazi. However, he reversed his feelings about the party in the years following World War II and became a laicized Catholic priest, serving as a missionary in the Congo during the early 1960s.
