National Geographic Kids: Everything Battles

Author: John Perritano & James Spears 
ISBN: 9781426311000 
Publisher: National Geographic 
Series: National Geographic Kids Everything Series

Age: 8-12

Grade level: 3-7

Genre: Informational

 Summary: NG Kids Everything Battles captures all of the action and valor of the battlefield, as well as the trappings that go with it. Kids will browse eye-popping photographs and illustrations, as they peruse fascinating facts and information about armor, weapon, uniforms, technology, military jets, battleships, military technology, top secret intelligence and more. Topics will include five ultimate battles, the greatest commanders of all time, and an entirely interactive chapter, in which kids will decipher a secret code, develop their own battlefield strategy, and more. Throughout this dynamic book, layers of authoritative information and fun sidebars and facts make historic events accessible and fascinating for young readers.

Personal Thoughts: I really enjoyed this book. It’s not overly long or really in depth, but gives a good overview of the history of battles as well as current day information. The pictures are engaging, the layout is fantastic and not overwhelming. It’s easily approachable information for any child.