Can You Survive a World War II Escape: An Interactive History Adventure

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CAPTURED! World War II rages across the globe and you have fallen into enemy hands. You quickly discover that life as a prisoner of war can be brutal and you'll do anything to escape. Will you try making a disguise to slip past the guards Or will you dig your way to freedom Every decision can be the difference between life and death. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to make it out alive With stories based on historical accounts and war-time scenarios nonfiction back matter and multiple outcomes this thrilling interactive adventure will entertain and inform young readers with every twist and turn!

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These titles give students the chance to participate vicariously in some of the greatest escapes in history. An introduction sets the scene, then the book has readers choose one of three characters to follow, making more than a dozen choices to try and escape. Each character and setting is based on "historical accounts and war-time scenarios." Illustrations and photos show the setting and some of the historical figures involved. Suggested reading and Internet sites for further investigation are offered. Other extras include maps of key locations, lists of key events, a bibliography, and a glossary. Besides the opportunity to explore each of the possible choices within the narrative, there are also a few additional scenarios suggested in "Other Paths to Explore." VERDICT Would work well with social studies units but would also be a perfect introduction to history through the lure of "choose your own adventure" style presentation.--Suzanne Costner, Fairview Elementary School, TN "School Library Journal"

Author Bio

Matt Doeden is a freelance author and editor from Minnesota. He's written numerous children's books on sports, music, current events, the military, extreme survival, and much more. His books Sandy Koufax (Twenty-First Century Books, 2006) and Tom Brady: Unlikely Champion (Twenty-First Century Books, 2011) were Junior Library Guild selections. Doeden began his career as a sports writer before turning to publishing. He lives in Minnesota with his wife and two children.