Burgan, Michael.
Turning Point: Story of D-Day Landings. Capstone Publishers 2017 112p $31.99. ISBN 978-1-5157-3607-3 elem/ms
nonfiction. Series: Tangled
History (Capstone) nonfiction VG-BN
The use of eyewitness reports for conveying the history
of the D-Day invasion on Normandy's beaches in 1944, a turning point in World
War II, makes the action riveting. Both German and Allied commanders and
soldiers provide the narrative, as do villagers who were near the military
action. The bravery of the Allied Forces provides riveting narrative as
assaults occur at a number of beaches.
The book provides an easily accessible retelling of the D-Day invasion. With glossary, timeline, suggestions for
further reading, critical-thinking questions and index, this book would be a
perfect choice for language-arts classes to show the difference between primary
and secondary sources, as well as for history report-writing. The only thing
missing is a map of the beaches and villages, which would allow readers to
follow the action visually.
The series Tangled History provides five new
titles that use eyewitness accounts to relay the details of historic events,
from natural disasters to wars. Taut suspense and action will keep readers
riveted. Grades 3-8.
Summary: Through eyewitness reports, by both Allied and
German forces as well as by villagers, the D-Day invasion on Normandy beaches
in 1944 comes alive for upper-elementary and middle-school readers.
D-Day Invasion, Personal Narratives --Lois McNicol
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