Weapons of World War II

by Clara MacCarald

Overview

This book describes the weapons that were used and invented during World War II, including tanks, planes, and the atomic bomb. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781637393369
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	World War II
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	10 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Technology of War 5

Chapter 2 Guns and Grenades 9

Chapter 3 Tank Warfare 15

Chapter 4 War in the Air 21

A Closer Look The Blitz 26

Chapter 5 War at Sea 29

A Closer Look Kamikazes 34

Chapter 6 Atomic Bombs 37

Chapter 7 Postwar Impacts 43

Focus on Weapons of World War II 46

Glossary 47

To Learn More 48

Index 48

Editorial Reviews

"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal

From the Publisher

11/01/2022

Gr 5–9—These books focus on aspects of the war such as specific geographic areas or the weapons used. Each title also has two "Closer Look" features about specific topics such as the use of propaganda or how the black market sprang up in response to wartime rationing. The text is supported by photos, maps, and infographics along with helpful captions. Reflection questions appear several times within each book as well as a comprehension quiz in the back matter, along with an answer key. There is also online support for teachers including lesson plans and activities. VERDICT A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects.

School Library Journal