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La Primera Guerra Mundial para Niños: Una guía fascinante de la Primera Guerra Mundial. Segunda Guerra Mundial para niños: Una fascinante guía sobre la Segunda Guerra Mundial.

En este libro aprenderás todo sobre la Primera Guerra Mundial: por qué ocurrió, quiénes participaron, cómo y dónde se libró, las batallas y los personajes más importantes, los avances tecnológicos y cómo la guerra moldeó el mundo para las generaciones futuras.

Right around D-Day of World War II, a small, unarmed American army unit deployed to Nazi-occupied France. Instead of artillery, this unit fought with stagecraft, artistry, and deception. Their “weapons” included inflatable rubber tanks and giant speakers broadcasting fake military maneuvers. The soldiers called themselves the Ghost Army.

This is a true story of Oscar P. Dog, a puppy who was adopted by a Navy warship on deployment and found his way to America. It is designed to make you laugh and perhaps help military kids understand the concept of a deployment.

The Big Questions: Who is Boudica? For centuries, Britain has been a land of warriors, of tribes, of people who stood together in the face of invasion. But among them, one name burns through history—Boudica. When the Romans came, they expected to rule. They took land, enslaved tribes, and sought to crush the spirit of a nation. But in the ashes of betrayal, a queen rose. Boudica, the warrior of the Iceni, stood against the greatest empire the world had ever known.

En este libro, descubrirás todo sobre la Segunda Guerra Mundial, incluyendo a los participantes y por qué comenzó la guerra, una línea de tiempo de los eventos, cómo era la vida en ese momento, las principales batallas, quiénes eran algunos de los principales héroes y villanos, y el impacto que dejó la guerra. Descubre datos interesantes y un capítulo de informaciones adicionales. Incluso hay consejos de pronunciación y explicaciones útiles para las palabras nuevas y difíciles.

Dive into a whirlwind of mind-bending trivia and say hello to unforgettable conversations without ever leaving the comfort of your armchair! Are you constantly searching for facts that will astound your friends and family? Are you eager to explore the world's oddities yet overwhelmed by dull, dry, and jargon-filled resources? If any of these questions ring true, rest assured that your quest for a perfect treasure trove of mind candy and factoids is inside this crazy-fun book!

Have you ever wondered, “What is a war?” It’s one of the most complex and thought-provoking topics in history, and children are naturally curious about it. In The Big Questions: What is a War?, young listeners aged 5 and upwards are invited to explore this important subject in a way that is engaging, easy to understand, and encourages reflection.

History will come alive with useful pronunciation prompts, and explanations for new, tricky words. Each chapter contains a round-up activity that either tests your newfound knowledge or gives you a chance to get creative. On top of this, there are interesting and fun facts—plus a bonus interesting fact chapter at the end. You’ll be amazed at what you learn!

In the early 1860s, the United States is torn apart by Civil War. The conflict between the North and the South affects everyone, including many boys who want to join in the fight. Among them are young Edward Black, Lyston and Orion Howe, and Charles Moore. They're too young to fight in combat, but they show their courage by marching to battle as drummer boys.

It's March 2, 1955, and an ordinary 15-year-old girl from Montgomery, Alabama is about to do something extraordinary. When a white bus driver orders Claudette Colvin to give up her seat for a white passenger, she refuses to move. After Claudette is arrested, her brave actions help inspire Civil Rights leaders organize bus boycotts and perform similar acts to defy segregation laws.

Ida Lewis spent a lifetime on the water, starting when her family moved to the island of Lime Rock in 1857 for her father's job as lighthouse keeper. By age 15, Ida was the best swimmer in Newport, Rhode Island. And when her father suffers a stroke, Ida herself takes over as keeper of the lighthouse. But guarding the shore also means guarding the water. And when Ida spots four local boys in danger on the water, she knows she must take action, the boys' lives depend on it.

In the early 1940s, during World War II, Germany’s Nazi regime expanded into neighboring European countries. In France, groups of anti-Nazi citizens, known as the French Resistance, fought to stop Germany’s reign of terror. A brave woman named Nancy Wake became one of the movement’s greatest assets as a spy.

If the founding fathers and mothers of the United States had built a time capsule to tell the story of the nation's beginnings, what artifacts would be packed inside? Tea leaves, a lantern, yellowed documents, and more tell a part of the story of the colonists' fight for independence. In this Time Capsule History book, listeners can examine primary sources of the Revolutionary Era to explore this exciting moment in history!

A Japanese war map, a collection of U.S. military uniforms, and a gas mask are all part of the story of Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. By examining artifacts and primary sources like these, listeners are drawn into the event that brought the United States into World War II.

Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. Military forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive mines at sea, learn about the many ways animals have helped armies find success on the battlefield. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

The world can be a dangerous place. Over time, animals evolved many natural defenses to help them survive. Combat during wartime is extremely dangerous. Why not look to nature to find the best defenses for soldiers on the battlefield? Military forces have done just that for hundreds of years. From the armor of medieval knights to tomorrow's advanced camouflage, learn how military technology often mimics the traits of animals to help protect soldiers in combat. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat tactics. From the first feathered arrows to tomorrow's high-tech weaponry, learn how military technology often imitates the natural weapons of animals to help soldiers succeed in combat. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Learn about the roles of Marines and their training, as well as the advanced equipment, aircraft, and weapons the Marines use to complete their tough missions.

Learn about the roles of Coast Guard members and their training, as well as the different types of ships, aircraft, and equipment this branch uses to complete its important missions around the world.