What Was Pearl Harbor?
by Patricia Brennan Demuth illustrated by John ManthaImages
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- Grades: 3 - 6
- Ages: 8 - 12
- Series: What Was…?
- Format: Paperback Book
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Short Summary
On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in American history.
On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in American history.
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On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sank, more than 2,000 servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. With compelling, easy-to-read text, this accessible nonfiction book introduces children to a pivotal moment in American history.
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About this Series
With straightforward language and illustrations on nearly every page, the What Was…? series invites kids to explore history through the lens of pivotal events. Each book describes the causes of an event, introduces the people involved, and explains how the outcomes impacted the nation. The books also include maps, timelines, and 16 pages of photos.Also Read . . .
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Product Details
- Grades: 3 - 6
- Ages: 8 - 12
- Product Type: Book
- Page Count: 128 pages
- Dimensions: 5 1/4" x 7 5/8"
- Language: English
- Subject & Themes: WWII, Reluctant Reader Appeal
- Genre: Narrative Nonfiction
- ISBN 13: 978-0-545-64034-3
