About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is showing a deep interest in real life puzzles, historical facts, or is looking for examples of how people stay brave when facing enormous odds. This collection captures seven true accounts of Allied prisoners of war who used ingenuity and grit to escape captivity during World War II. It moves beyond just the dates of history to focus on the human spirit and the power of clever thinking. While the setting is a global conflict, the focus remains on the ingenuity of the escapes rather than the brutality of combat. It is an excellent choice for middle-grade readers who are moving into more complex nonfiction but still want the excitement of a high-stakes adventure. By reading these stories, children explore themes of teamwork and perseverance, seeing how people can overcome seemingly impossible obstacles through creative problem solving.
