Summer of the War
School year: Year 6
No. of pages 176
Published: 2009
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"Summer of the War" by Gloria Whelan is set during World War II and follows the story of a young girl named Ann, who is sent to stay with her family in the countryside of Michigan during the summer. While the war rages on, Ann grapples with the challenges of growing up in a time of uncertainty. She befriends a boy named Jack, and together they explore the changes happening not only in their lives but also in the world around them. As they encounter the realities of war, Ann learns about courage, friendship, and the importance of hope. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children in year 6.
There are 176 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by HarperCollins .
Gloria Whelan is a best-selling and award-winning novelist living in the United States. This is her first book for Frances Lincoln.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Michigan Notable Books
This book was recognised by the Michigan Notable Books.
Great Lakes Great Books Award
This book was recognised by the Great Lakes Great Books Award.