World War II Q&A - (History Q&A) by R Kent Rasmussen (Paperback)

About the Book

"Was the Second World War a continuation of the First World War? How did children in the United States contribute to the war effort? Help young learners find the answers to these questions and more in this close-up look at the largest conflict the world has ever known. They'll learn how it began, who fought in it, and the ways it affected lives all around the globe--one unbelievable fact at a time"--Cover, page 4.

Book Synopsis

Interesting facts that teach kids ages 8 to 12 all about World War II

Was the Second World War a continuation of the First World War? How did children in the United States contribute to the war effort? Help young learners find the answers to these questions and more in this close-up look at the largest conflict the world has ever known. They'll learn how it began, who fought in it, and the ways it affected lives all around the globe-one unbelievable fact at a time.

Go beyond other World War 2 books with:

• 175+ amazing things to know-Kids will step back in time and explore the history of World War II with Q&As, true or false questions, and more.
• Easy-to-share facts-Provide kids with bite-sized facts that are simple to remember and exciting to tell their friends and family.
• A complete overview-Young learners will examine how the war started, the new ways it was fought, the effects it had on the lives of ordinary people, and more.

Make learning about history easy with this top choice in books about World War 2.

Review Quotes

"The quickest way to learn about World War II is with Kent Rasmussen's clear and comprehensive book, full of important details, crucial issues, and controversies about the world's most terrible war." --Carl Rollyson, professor emeritus and author of Beautiful Exile: The Life of Martha Gellhorn, an important World War II journalist

"Visually appealing and full of interesting facts, this children's book should capture the imagination of budding WWII buffs. The question-and-answer format draws the reader in. I hope to read it with my future grandchildren one day." --Tim Hall, president, Mercy College NY

About the Author

R. KENT RASMUSSEN holds a PhD in history from the University of California, Los Angeles. In addition to the dozens of reference works he has edited, he has published more than 20 books of his own, including World War I for Kids: A History with 21 Activities.