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The letters between a young soldier in Iraq and a class in Long Island. For ages 8-10.

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The letters between a young soldier in Iraq and a class in Long Island. For ages 8-10.

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This handsomely designed book features correspondence which took place in 2008 between fourth-grade students from Long Island, New York, and a 25-year-old soldier serving with the Army National Guard in Iraq. Each double-page spread consists of a student's handwritten letter on colorful stationary accompanied by a drawing from the child or a classmate on the left; on the right are Falvey's email responses along with well-chosen personal photographs. The students inquire about Falvey's well-being and pose difficult questions, such as, "Why are we fighting for Iraq's freedom?" Falvey responds to each letter in an articulate, succinct, respectful, and upbeat manner. The letters and emails have been designed and edited for clarity and to avoid repetitions, allowing readers to learn an ample amount about the likes and dislikes of First Lieutenant Falvey and his activity in Iraq. This title could be used as a segue into a work of fiction such as Love You, Soldier by Amy Hest (1991), which is about a different war, but with just as much heart.

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Mrs. Hutt's fourth grade class in Roslyn, New York, decided they would write to a soldier in Iraq; this book is the result. Lieutenant David Falvey from Massachusetts—a surprisingly confident and articulate correspondent—was the soldier. The children's touchingly naive letters are presented, along with their patriotic artwork and Falvey's e-mail replies. He answers their questions in a thoughtful way, tailored to what he believes they can understand, emphasizing details that will interest and reassure nine- and ten-year olds. Pictures he sends show military life in his unit and views of Iraq and Kuwait; scenes of horror or destruction are avoided. Falvey returned unharmed from his nine-month tour of duty and appears to feel that his experience was a positive one. Trained in the University of Massachusetts' Army ROTC program, he served in the Military Police, escorting top government officials of Iraq and the U.S., and retains his association with the military both as a National Guard reserve officer and a civilian contractor. Though the story is heart-warming in some respects, teachers and parents may have mixed reactions depending on their political convictions and values about war and peace. Falvey's tour of duty was atypical for many National Guardsmen; his explanation of the war treads very carefully, avoiding any comment on its legality or its devastating effects on the Iraqi people. Hutt says her class had discussions about heroes and helping others—young readers of this book would profit from a wider range of opinion about the war in Iraq. Reviewer: Barbara L. Talcroft

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780761456377
  • Publisher: Cavendish, Marshall Corporation
  • Publication date: 10/1/2009
  • Pages: 30
  • Age range: 8 - 11 Years
  • Product dimensions: 8.30 (w) x 10.10 (h) x 0.50 (d)
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  • Posted February 10, 2010

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    A Mom's Choice Awards Recipient!

    Letters to a Soldier is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards® honors excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. An esteemed panel of judges includes education, media and other experts as well as parents, children, librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business professionals, authors, scientists and others. A sampling of the panel members includes: Dr. Twila C. Liggett, ten-time Emmy-winner, professor and founder of PBS's Reading Rainbow; Julie Aigner-Clark, Creator of Baby Einstein and The Safe Side Project; Jodee Blanco, New York Times best-selling Author; LeAnn Thieman, motivational speaker and coauthor of seven Chicken Soup For The Soul books; and Tara Paterson, Certified Parent Coach and founder of the Mom's Choice Awards. Parents and educators look for the Mom's Choice Awards seal in selecting quality materials and products for children and families.

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  • Posted December 12, 2009

    The book is wonderful you MUST have more copies in the store on display!!!

    This book is a MUST read by every elementary school child. David Falvey is an elequent writer. He puts a lot of thought in his answers to the children's letters he received. He writes from the heart.

    This book is Barnes & Noble premier book this year!!!

    I did not find it in New York City where the school children come from Why isn't Barnes & Noble publicizing it more????? I want to see other Barnes & Noble carrying this book. Then I know my review has been read by you and has meaning.!!!!

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