The Little Ships: The Heroic Rescue at Dunkirk in World War II
The Heroic Rescue at Dunkirk in World War II
Published on 2. May 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-0-689-85396-8 (ISBN)
Description
In May of 1940 -- the early days of World War II -- half a million British and French soldiers were trapped in France. Weak and wounded, they needed aid. Help came in the form of countless small craft, steered by brave young men, in the legendary armada of "little ships" that sailed aross the English Channel. Many people wanted to be a part of the rescue mission. Here is the story of a girl who was so determined to help that she disguised herself as a boy to blend in with the men as they sailed toward Dunkirk.
More details
Edition
Reprint edition
Language
English
Place of publication
East Roseville
Australia
Target group
US School Grade: From Preschool to Second Grade, Reading Age: From 9 to 12 years, Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 192 mm
Width: 254 mm
Thickness: 3 mm
Weight
118 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-689-85396-8 (9780689853968)
Copyright in bibliographic data and cover images is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or by the publishers or by their respective licensors: all rights reserved.
Schweitzer Classification
Person
Louise Borden graduated from Denison University with a degree in history. She taught first graders and preschoolers and later was a part-owner of a bookstore in Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to writing children’s books, she also speaks regularly to young students about the writing process. Her books include Good Luck, Mrs. K!, which won the Christopher Medal, and The A+ Custodian. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and you can visit her at LouiseBorden.com.