World War II History for Kids: 500 Facts

by Kelly Milner Halls

Overview

Incredible World War II facts for curious kids ages 8 to 12

Kids don't need long, boring textbooks to learn about history! Starting with the events that set the stage for war and finishing with its aftermath, World War II History for Kids helps them explore the past through interesting and memorable facts they can share with their friends and family.

Go beyond other World War 2 books for kids with:

• 500 facts—This book teaches kids all about the heroism and horrors of World War II, one informative tidbit at a time.
• The complete timeline—Kids will learn all about important people, places, and events from before, during, and after the war.
• A leg-up on learning—These facts provide kids with a head start on the topics they'll be covering in class, plus things they might not learn in school.

Help young learners better understand what happened during WWII with this engaging, fact-driven history book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798886086942
Publisher:	Callisto Publishing
Publication date:	05/24/2022
Series:	History Facts for Kids
Pages:	178
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.69(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

KELLY MILNER HALLS has written nonfiction for young readers for more than 25 years. Every book she writes teaches her more about the world. She hopes every book you read will do the same for you.

Table of Contents

Introduction v

Chapter 1 Before the War (1914-1929) 1

Chapter 2 A Goal to Rule the World (1925-1939) 16

Chapter 3 Hitler's Naxi Germany (1933-1945) 28

Chapter 4 The Holocaust (1933-1945) 44

Chapter 5 Allies vs. Axis (1939-1945) 62

Chapter 6 Japan Attacks America (1941) 72

Chapter 7 On the US Homefront (1940-1945) 88

Chapter 8 Tools of War 108

Chapter 9 Spies and Secret Codes 120

Chapter 10 The Tide Turns (1944-1945) 136

Chapter 11 Aftermath of WWII 154

Resources 161

Selected References 164