When Your Daddy's a Soldier
By (Author) Gretchen Brandenburg McLellan
Illustrated by EG Keller
Penguin USA
Viking Books for Young Readers
29th November 2022
United States
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction and true stories
813.6
32
Width 289mm, Height 238mm, Spine 8mm
421g
A lyrical, moving story about a family's experience at home during their dad's time away at war. For one young boy and his family at home, the days pass slowly. That's because when your daddy's a soldier and he's away at war, you can't wait for him to come home so you can be together again. This poignant and impactful story, inspired by the author's lived experiences, captures the essence of the daily heartache, fear, joy, and uncertainty that a child whose parent has gone off to war must live with.
"An uplifting and honest portrayal of life for military families told from the eyes of a child...this book is perfect for military families looking for a little reassurance about their experiences." School Library Journal
"Digital illustrations beautifully capture each family members emotions...earnest." Kirkus
Gretchen McLellan is a former elementary school reading specialist. She writes in a variety of genres for children and is an active member of SCBWI and SCBWI-OR and WWA. She is also the author of Mrs.McBee Leaves Room 3, I'm Done!, Button and Bundle, and No Party Poopers! Gretchen lives with her family in Washington.