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Books for Military Family
Books for Military Family – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
209 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Chapter Books
Middle Grade
Graphic Novels
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On the Wings of Heroes
Richard Peck
For children processing the absence of a loved one, this story captures the quiet courage and deep family bonds found on
Ages 9–12
How I Discovered Poetry
Marilyn Nelson
Fifty intimate poems capture the evolution of a young artist growing up during the turbulent and transformative Civil Ri
Ages 12–17
Saving Winslow
Sharon Creech
Louie is determined to save a frail, sickly mini donkey named Winslow, finding hope and unexpected strength while his br
Ages 8–12
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A Life of Service: The Story of Senator Tammy Duckworth
Christina Soontornvat
Experience the barrier-breaking journey of a Thai American hero who became the first woman with a disability to serve in
Ages 4–9
Katie Roberts #1
Love You, Soldier
Amy Hest
Life in New York City changes quickly for young Katie as she grows up during World War II, holding onto hope while her f
Ages 7–10
U.S. Navy True Stories #1
Tales of Bravery
Jessica Gunderson
Witness the incredible true stories of Navy servicemen and women who faced the heat of combat with unwavering bravery an
Ages 8–12
Fadeaway #1
Going the Distance
John Goode
Danny is a star on the basketball court, but he fears his new teammates will reject him if he reveals his true feelings
Ages 12–17
What Was?
What Was the Vietnam War?
Jim O'Connor, Who HQ
Understand the complex political decisions and the immense human cost of a twenty-year conflict that left a lasting mark
Ages 8–12
Sonny's War
Valerie Hobbs
Fourteen-year-old Cori navigates a world turned upside down by her father's death and her brother's deployment to the Vi
Ages 12–16
People of the U.S. Armed Forces
Airmen of the U.S. Air Force
Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Take a look at the daily lives of airmen, from the rigors of initial training to specialized career paths and the transi
Ages 7–10
Serving in the Armed Forces
U.S. Marine Expeditionary Units
Carrie A. Braulick
High-tech vehicles, specialized weapons, and vital rescue missions define the daily lives of the U.S. Marine Expeditiona
Ages 6–9
Heroes
Alan Gratz
Frank and Stanley are dreaming of comic books at Pearl Harbor until the bombs start falling, forcing their friendship to
Ages 8–12
I Survived #12
I Survived the Joplin Tornado, 2011
Lauren Tarshis
Dexter jumps at the chance to go storm chasing, but his quest for a brave story turns into a fight for survival when a m
Ages 7–12
Molly's Fire
Janet Lee Carey
For the child grappling with the uncertainty of a missing loved one, this story follows a young girl's unwavering hope a
Ages 10–14
U.S. Navy Special Forces
SEAL Teams
Michael Burgan
You will learn how Navy SEALs train for elite missions and see the specialized equipment these special forces use to ser
Ages 7–11
U.S. Air Force #1
U.S. Air Force Fighters
Carrie A. Braulick
Take a close look at the high-tech weapons and specialized equipment used to fly and defend the skies in modern Air Forc
Ages 6–9
U.S. Military Vehicles
U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers
Carrie A. Braulick
Giant runways at sea come to life through a close look at the massive weapons, high-tech equipment, and clever design of
Ages 7–10
Frankenlouse
Mary James
A young aspiring comic strip artist struggles to draw his own path while facing the heavy weight of his father's rigid e
Ages 9–12
Serving in the Armed Forces
The U.S. Army Golden Knights
Carrie A. Braulick
Witness the incredible precision of the U.S. Army's elite parachute team, from their specialized planes to their daring
Ages 7–10
Shadow Squadron #4
Sniper Shield
Carl Bowen
Protecting an Iraqi terrorist-turned-politician tests Lieutenant Yamashita’s iron will as the itch to pull the trigger b
Ages 9–13
Shadow Squadron #3
Eagle Down
Carl Bowen
Sergeant Edgar Brighton wakes up bound and gagged in a strange room. As a mysterious woman blindfolds him, his struggle
Ages 9–13
Tippy Parrish #5
Rainbow After Rain
Janet Lambert
For the teen girl navigating the complex emotions of first love and family duty while living on a military base during a
Ages 12–17
The Day We Didn't Go Back to School
Thaïs Hunter
The Day We Didn't Go Back to School is a poignant look at how lives change during conflict for families dealing with sep
Ages 10–14
The Secret Doors of Cannondale
Stephanie Brick
Adeline enters a new home with creaky floors and secret doors that launch her into a realm of floating islands, monsters
Ages 8–12
