Books with title Great Battles of World War II

Does your son play videogames for hours but avoids books?What if you could give him all the excitement of screen time AND also spark his love of reading and history?Now you can—with Great Battles for Boys, a series written especially for reluctant readers. Exciting short chapters take boys to the front lines of history's most important military conflicts. Each page offers historic photographs, maps, and biographies of remarkable soldiers.Get boys hooked on reading—by giving them books they want to read!In his highly acclaimed middle-school class “Great Battles for Boys," author Joe Giorello has ignited a love of reading and history in hundreds of boys. Now your son can experience that same thrilling adventure in learning with this engaging non-fiction series written specifically for boys ages 8-14.In this installment of the bestselling history series, young readers will learn about World War I's major battles, leaders, tactics and modern inventions such as airplanes and tanks that were crucial to “The Great War”—named not because the conflict was so good, but because its losses were so devastating. It's an unforgettable journey into history.Among the battles covered here:Battle of Tannenberg: outnumbered German soldiers pull a sneak attack and destroy Russian forces, capturing 150,000 prisoners of war.Battle of the Somme: Among military history’s worst follies, this battle ended with more than one million casualties—and yet achieved almost nothing for either the Allies or the Central Powers.Battle of Cantigny: A little-known battle that proved late-arriving and novice American forces came to the Western Front to win this long-suffering war.Other chapters cover WWI’s most fascinating figures, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Sergeant York, and the Harlem Hellfighters. Boys will also gain an understanding of the world events shaped by this monumental conflict, including the Russian Revolution of 1917.Filled with historic photographs, maps, and notable biographies of ordinary soldiers who accomplished extraordinary feats against all odds, Great Battles for Boys: WWI explains the weapons, tactics, and strategies that helped the Allies topple the Central Powers. Each chapter also concludes with suggestions for further age-appropriate books, internet sites, and movies that the whole family can watch together.If your son likes action-packed accounts and authentic details, he will love this book.Pick up Great Battles for Boys today—and march to the front lines of history! PRAISE FOR THE GREAT BATTLES FOR BOYS SERIES:“This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way." —Hall of Fame Amazon Reviewer

Does your son play videogames for hours but avoids books?What if you could give him all the excitement of screen time AND also spark his love of reading and history?Now you can—with Great Battles for Boys, a series written especially for reluctant readers. Exciting short chapters take boys to the front lines of history's most important military conflicts. Each page offers historic photographs, maps, and biographies of remarkable soldiers.Get boys hooked on reading—by giving them books they want to read!In his highly acclaimed middle-school class “Great Battles for Boys," author Joe Giorello has ignited a love of reading and history in hundreds of boys. Now your son can experience that same thrilling adventure in learning with this engaging non-fiction series written specifically for boys ages 8-14.In this installment of the bestselling history series, young readers will learn about World War I's major battles, leaders, tactics and modern inventions such as airplanes and tanks that were crucial to “The Great War”—named not because the conflict was so good, but because its losses were so devastating. It's an unforgettable journey into history.Among the battles covered here:Battle of Tannenberg: outnumbered German soldiers pull a sneak attack and destroy Russian forces, capturing 150,000 prisoners of war.Battle of the Somme: Among military history’s worst follies, this battle ended with more than one million casualties—and yet achieved almost nothing for either the Allies or the Central Powers.Battle of Cantigny: A little-known battle that proved late-arriving and novice American forces came to the Western Front to win this long-suffering war.Other chapters cover WWI’s most fascinating figures, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Sergeant York, and the Harlem Hellfighters. Boys will also gain an understanding of the world events shaped by this monumental conflict, including the Russian Revolution of 1917.Filled with historic photographs, maps, and notable biographies of ordinary soldiers who accomplished extraordinary feats against all odds, Great Battles for Boys: WWI explains the weapons, tactics, and strategies that helped the Allies topple the Central Powers. Each chapter also concludes with suggestions for further age-appropriate books, internet sites, and movies that the whole family can watch together.If your son likes action-packed accounts and authentic details, he will love this book.Pick up Great Battles for Boys today—and march to the front lines of history! PRAISE FOR THE GREAT BATTLES FOR BOYS SERIES:“This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way." —Hall of Fame Amazon Reviewer

The Second World War is a war of the modern world, in terms of technology and firepower. Airplanes, tanks, and fully automatic weapons make their appearance. Battles in both Europe and the Pacific give this fight between nations a global scope. Will you: Live through the attack of Stalingrad as a young Russian commander? Experience the invasion of Okinawa as a U.S. pilot or infantryman? Fight in the Battle of the Bulge, a major turning point in the war? You Choose offers multiple perspectives on history, supporting Common Core reading standards and providing readers a front-row seat to the past.

Discover the Greatest Battles that Defined World War II...Five Books in One + Free BONUS Inside! Battle of Britain Battle of Stalingrad Battle of Kursk Battle of the Bulge Battle of BerlinSo if you want a concise and informative book on the greatest battles of World War II, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!Battle of BritainThe British people had no sooner finished rescuing their trapped army from Dunkirk than they found themselves preparing for an attack from the Germans once again. This time, the Nazi menace struck from the air, as Hitler’s Luftwaffe bombed the British in an attempt to break their spirit and force Great Britain to accept peace terms. But as the skies above London filled with the German planes, the Royal Air Force pilots, alerted by radar, flew to intercept them.Battle of StalingradThe Battle of Stalingrad, perceived by historians as the most important battle of World War II and regarded by Russians as the most significant battle in their country’s history, cannot be viewed solely as a military engagement between two powerful, long-time foes. The Soviet Union, which had climbed to power from the shambles of the 1917 Revolution that saw communism overthrow the czar, and Germany, which had risen from the ashes of World War I’s Treaty of Versailles, certainly had a complicated history.Battle of KurskLong-time adversaries Germany and the Soviet Union put their hostilities to the test in World War II. Despite a temporary truce in the signing of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Non-aggression Pact in 1939, the Germans and the Soviets knew that the time was coming when they would face one another on the battlefield. Adolf Hitler, eager to accomplish his confident prediction that Russia would be easily defeated and its people subjected into slavery to serve as free labor for Germany, invaded the vast country in June 1941.Battle of the BulgeThe bloodiest battle in American history earned its name from the war correspondents who were covering the conflict. The “bulge” was a protuberance 50 miles wide and 70 miles deep in the American lines. The Germans, who had been in flight from the American invasion of Normandy, were not supposed to be in the Ardennes region, with its terrain deemed too difficult for tanks to move or soldiers to fight. That deadly assumption left the Ardennes and the town of Bastogne insufficiently defended by 80,000 American soldiers, most of whom had minimal battle experience.Battle of BerlinThe Battle of Berlin was a monumental battle between two adversaries who despised one another. For the Russians who had endured the horrific suffering and loss of lives in defending their nation against the Nazi invasion, the opportunity for vengeance seemed as if fate was on their side. For the German civilians who remained in Berlin, the approach of the Red Army invoked terror. The Germans hoped that the Americans would reach them first; they would have preferred to surrender to the Americans.

Never before World War II were there so many prisoners of war… at one point, around five hundred thousand: Japanese, American, German, Italian, British, Irish, etc. This collection of seven amazing escapes from war prisons is a testament to the amazing stamina, courage and ingenuity displayed by those who sought to escape their captors -- in Poland, Germany, the Philippines, Italy, Australia and an American camp in the Arizona desert.A concise, short work written for young readers but of general interest as well. George Sullivan is a prolific, award-winning author, whose works include MR. PRESIDENT, ALAMO!, STRANGE BUT TRUE STORIES OF WORLD WAR II, CIVIL WAR AT SEA, GREAT IMPOSTERS, and many "In Their Own Words" biographies from Scholastic Books.on Helen Keller biography:"well written, fast moving, and highly readable"- School Library Journalon The Civil War at Sea:"The lively text will appeal to every Civil War buff."- School Library Journal about the author:George Sullivan writes books of fact, history, and biography for children and young adults. He has more than one hundred titles to his credit. They cover a wide range of topics, from auto racing to hydroponics, from the Civil War to civil engineering. Publishers Weekly said that Sullivan “has mastered the art of writing simply and directly, making complex subjects understandable and interesting.” Photography and photographers have been topics of his recent books. His interest in photography goes beyond just writing about it. He sometimes takes the photos that are used to illustrate his work. George Sullivan lives in New York City with his wife. He is a member of PEN, the Authors Guild, and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.

Great Battles of World War II examines the political decisions, military strategy, and human cost of the war's bloodiest battles. Begun in Europe in 1939 in response to Hitler's invasion of Poland, the war soon escalated into a truly global conflict. How did the Allies win early military victories in the Mediterranean and Pacific? What was the nature of the fighting in Eastern Europe? What was the impact of the U.S. and Japan entering the war? How did the Allies win back Nazi-occupied territories? Answers to these questions are provided along with analyses of the most important battles of World War II-- in North Africa, in the Pacific, on the Eastern front, in the Atlantic, and at Normandy. Learn about the military maneuvers and tactics that determined the outcome of World War II.

Over the course of World War II, nations fought countless battles throughout Europe and Asia. Readers will examine some of the war most pivotal conflicts, from the invasion of Normandy on D-Day to the massive Battle of the Bulge. They will also learn how the war started and why it was fought on multiple fronts. The complex text in this title allows readers to determine main ideas and explain how they are supported by key details. The grade-appropriate context helps readers determine the meaning of domain-specific words and phrases as well.

Discover the Greatest Battles that Defined World War II...Five Books in One Battle of Britain Battle of Stalingrad Battle of Kursk Battle of the Bulge Battle of BerlinSo if you want a concise and informative book on the greatest battles of World War II, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!Battle of BritainThe British people had no sooner finished rescuing their trapped army from Dunkirk than they found themselves preparing for an attack from the Germans once again. This time, the Nazi menace struck from the air, as Hitler’s Luftwaffe bombed the British in an attempt to break their spirit and force Great Britain to accept peace terms. But as the skies above London filled with the German planes, the Royal Air Force pilots, alerted by radar, flew to intercept them.Battle of StalingradThe Battle of Stalingrad, perceived by historians as the most important battle of World War II and regarded by Russians as the most significant battle in their country’s history, cannot be viewed solely as a military engagement between two powerful, long-time foes. The Soviet Union, which had climbed to power from the shambles of the 1917 Revolution that saw communism overthrow the czar, and Germany, which had risen from the ashes of World War I’s Treaty of Versailles, certainly had a complicated history.Battle of KurskLong-time adversaries Germany and the Soviet Union put their hostilities to the test in World War II. Despite a temporary truce in the signing of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Non-aggression Pact in 1939, the Germans and the Soviets knew that the time was coming when they would face one another on the battlefield. Adolf Hitler, eager to accomplish his confident prediction that Russia would be easily defeated and its people subjected into slavery to serve as free labor for Germany, invaded the vast country in June 1941.Battle of the BulgeThe bloodiest battle in American history earned its name from the war correspondents who were covering the conflict. The “bulge” was a protuberance 50 miles wide and 70 miles deep in the American lines. The Germans, who had been in flight from the American invasion of Normandy, were not supposed to be in the Ardennes region, with its terrain deemed too difficult for tanks to move or soldiers to fight. That deadly assumption left the Ardennes and the town of Bastogne insufficiently defended by 80,000 American soldiers, most of whom had minimal battle experience.Battle of BerlinThe Battle of Berlin was a monumental battle between two adversaries who despised one another. For the Russians who had endured the horrific suffering and loss of lives in defending their nation against the Nazi invasion, the opportunity for vengeance seemed as if fate was on their side. For the German civilians who remained in Berlin, the approach of the Red Army invoked terror. The Germans hoped that the Americans would reach them first; they would have preferred to surrender to the Americans.