"D-Day: June 6, 1944 (24-Hour History)" by Warren Pleece captures the intense and pivotal events surrounding one of World War II’s most significant days. The book takes readers through the meticulous planning and execution of the Allied invasion of Normandy, highlighting the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers from various nations. It portrays the chaos of battle, the strategic challenges faced, and the human stories intertwined with this historical moment. With vivid illustrations and engaging narrative, it provides an accessible yet comprehensive look at how D-Day altered the course of the war and ultimately shaped modern history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called 24 Hour History .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-14 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Heinemann Library, Div of Reed Elsevier .

Agnieszka Biskup is a science writer and editor based in Chicago. She is a former editor for the science section of the Boston Globe as well as the children's science magazine Muse. In addition to children's books, she has also written many articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her books have received awards from Learning magazine, the Association of Educational Publishers, and the Society of School Librarians International. Her book Football: How It Works (Capstone Press, 2010) was a Junior Library Guild selection.