Battle of the Bulge cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.6
Points 4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 23773
Points per Word 0.000168
Page Count 179
Points per Page 0.022346
Series Soldier Dogs

Description

Boss the Alaskan Husky parachutes into a blizzard to deliver supplies to the Allied troops during the Battle of the Bulge. When she finds lost children and an injured sled dog, she knows she has to help them. Book #5

Quick Summary

Set against the harsh winter of the Battle of the Bulge, Boss the Alaskan Husky drops into a snowstorm with a parachute to deliver supplies to Allied troops. When she stumbles upon two lost kids and an injured sled dog, she has to decide whether to stay on mission or help them survive. The story mixes the excitement of a wartime adventure with the heart-warming loyalty of an animal hero, making it a quick, exciting read for kids who love dogs and history. Parents will appreciate that the tension is balanced with moments of bravery and compassion, and there's a subtle lesson about teamwork without being preachy. Kids who enjoy books like "The Dog Who Saved the World" or the "I Survived" series will likely gravitate toward this one. It's a short, punchy tale that keeps the pages turning while teaching a bit about World War II in a way that feels less like a textbook and more like a thrilling rescue.