Kids love trivia, especially when it’s an interesting topic that’s packaged in an easy-to-read book. The following books from Bloom Books for Young Readers feature lots of facts about horses and WWII battles. These nonfiction titles have wide appeal.
The Big Book of Horse Trivia for Kids is a good option for horse lovers and fans of The Black Stallion, Black Beauty, books by Marguerite Henry, and graphic novels like Ride On and Horse Girl.
WWII Battle Trivia for Kids will appeal to fans of books by Alan Gratz and the I Survived series.
Learn more about the books below.
THE BIG BOOK OF HORSE TRIVIA FOR KIDS: Fun Facts and Stories about Ponies, Horses, and the Equestrian Lifestyle, by Bernadette Johnson, Bloom Books for Young Readers an imprint of Ulysses Press, Oct. 6, 2022, Paperback, $15.95 (ages 8 and up)
Saddle up and take the reins as you discover more than you ever knew about horses, ponies, and other four-legged friends from the family Equidae in this epic horse trivia book written just for kids.
Whether you are a horse superfan, budding equestrian, or just plain curious, this trivia book is a galloping good time packed with fun facts about these majestic animals and how they’ve changed humans’ lives throughout the ages. Discover the answers to questions including:
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- What was the horse’s oldest known ancestor like and in what era of Earth’s history did they live?
- How smart are horses?
- Why are Thoroughbreds called Thoroughbreds?
- What’s the difference between a trot, a canter, and a gallop?
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Plus, you’ll learn about real horses throughout history, like the famous racehorses Flora Temple, Man o’ War, Seabiscuit, Secretariat, and French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte’s last horse, whose stuffed remains you can see in a museum to this day! With so much to learn all in one book, it’s time to giddyup and get reading. —Synopsis provided by Bloom Books for Young Readers an imprint of Ulysses Press
WWII BATTLE TRIVIA FOR KIDS: Fascinating Facts about the Biggest Battles, Invasions and Victories of World War II, by Brette Sember, Bloom Books for Young Readers, June 1, 2021, Paperback, $15.95 (ages 10 and up)
Immerse yourself in action-packed trivia all about the largest and most infamous battles of WWII—perfect for middle-grade readers.
Learn about what life was like on the battlefield, the first battle fought, blitzkriegs, submarines, and so much more! Written in question-and-answer format, this book is perfect for reluctant readers or any kid who just loves history. With the most interesting facts and historical photographs from 1939 to 1945, readers will feel like they are on the frontlines and in the trenches. Discover the answers to questions like:
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- Who was the youngest American who fought in WWII?
- Who fought the war on skis?
- What was the shortest battle in the war?
- Who was the most decorated woman in WWII?
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Plus, kids will discover fascinating new facts on historical events they might already be familiar with, including Pearl Harbor, the Battle of the Bulge, the Invasion of Normandy, and more. —Synopsis provided by Bloom Books for Young Readers an imprint of Ulysses Press
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