The Anzacs at Gallipoli cover

The Anzacs at Gallipoli

Author: Pugsley, Chris

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.2
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 4252
Points per Word 0.000235

Description

During WWI, the ANZACs fought for their countries in the Gallipoli campaign in Turkey. Over 63,000 Australian military personnel died, 215,000 were injured and a nation was changed forever. Discover their journey and experiences.

Quick Summary

This book takes readers right onto the dusty battlefields of Turkey, letting them experience the Gallipoli campaign through the eyes of young Australian and New Zealand soldiers who risked everything. Readers will discover incredible true stories of mateship, courage, and survival that show how a generation of young men from the other side of the world became legendary. If your kid likes historical adventure stories like Michael Morpurgo's War Horse, they'll love diving into these real-life ANZAC stories that read like an action movie. Perfect for kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-7 who enjoy history, war stories, or books about real heroes.