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Synopsis
Discover World War II facts and hear from people who lived through the war that shaped the modern world, from the cause of the conflict to the most important battles.
From the prewar rise of Nazi Germany to the start of the war with the invasion of Poland in 1939 to the end of the war 1945 and the Nuremburg Trials, all aspects of the deadliest conflict in human history are covered in great detail in DK findout World War II with content that is accessible and appropriate for children 6-9 years old.
Series Overview: The DK findout series helps kids ages 6-9 become experts on their favorite subjects--from dinosaurs to Ancient Rome to computer coding. Each book focuses on a specific topic and makes learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information kids are eager to know.
Synopsis
2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, and this photo-filled book is perfect for teaching kids ages 6-9 about the conflict and its lasting impact. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the ultimate guide for any kid who is hungry to learn more about military history.
When did World War II begin? How were people protected during an air raid? How did the Allies crack the enemy's secret code? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout World War II, which features photographs and illustrations of war machines, battlefields, and world leaders from throughout the span of this widespread conflict. Readers will learn about the rise of Nazi Germany, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and life during the war. From the horrors of the Holocaust to the Allies' victory against the Germans on D-Day, DKfindout World War II will provide kids with plenty of important details to pore over.
Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout series drives kids ages 6-9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about--ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology--making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.