Overview

You and your children will see that the African continent was not sleeping during World War II ! This book in poetic prose for grades 3-5 gives children the rarely told story of African soldiers who fought during World War II. Factual lesson plans, maps, photographs of soldiers from Kenya, Tanzania, and other African countries are included in this book along with its parent/teacher study guide. This book is an excellent addition for expanding children's knowledge about world history and for Black History month. You and you children will marvel at the sacrifice and commitment of African soldiers who fought for world freedom but have not been recognized by American history books. Kirkus Reviews notes,"...admirably the book reaches beyond the usual topics covered in children's books..." Teachers can also download and print lesson plans at website: www.africanamericanwealth.us