World War I: Why They Fought

by Rebecca Rissman

Overview

Why did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria spark World War I? How did a sinking ship and a telegram convince the United States to join the fight? How did patriotism and brotherhood motivate soldiers in the trenches? From the battlefields of France to the Russian Revolution, World War I: Why They Fought reveals the motivations behind World War I from all sides. Go beyond names and dates and ask: what were they fighting for?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756551742
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2015
Series:	What Were They Fighting For?
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	980L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Rebecca Rissman is an award-winning children's author. She has written more than 200 books about science, history, art, and culture. Her writing has been praised by School Library Journal, Booklist, Creative Child Magazine, and Learning Magazine. She lives in Chicago, Illinois, with her husband and two daughters.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Roots of War 4

Chapter 2 Battles Begin 12

Chapter 3 War Dregs On 20

Chapter 4 Americans Join the Fight 28

Chapter 5 Desperate for an End 36

Chapter 6 Coming Home 42

Chapter 7 Lost Generation 48

Timeline 58

Glossary 60

Additional Resources 61

Source Notes 62

Select Bibliography 63

Index 64

Interviews

Immersive, engaging nonfiction text Primary source quotes and documents Vibrant illustrations and historical photos Maps, info graphics, timeline Extensive research Expert consultation Common core features for informational text Critical thinking writing prompts Carefully written text to match grade level and reading level