About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking big, difficult questions about why people go to war or when they encounter references to the Great War in school or family history. It is designed for young minds seeking to understand the mechanics of global conflict without being overwhelmed by graphic details. The narrative provides a clear, structural overview of why the war started and how it changed the world. While the book touches on heavy emotional themes like sacrifice, fear, and grief, it maintains an informative and objective tone suitable for the 8 to 12 age range. It serves as a bridge between simple picture books and dense history textbooks, offering a human perspective on the soldiers in the trenches and the families left behind. Parents will appreciate the balance of historical fact with the resilience of the human spirit.
