Simon Spotlight, 2003-01-11
Pigeon Hero!
Pigeon Hero!
Ready-To-Read, Ready-To-Reads, and Ready-To-Read - Level 2
Doris Ettlinger, Illustrator
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SKU:9780689854866
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During World War II, carrier pigeons were used to send messages across enemy lines. G.I. Joe was one such pigeon, working closely with British and American troops to help them communicate over long distances and coordinate their attacks. Full color.
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Book Details
Book Details
Age Range • 5-7
Pages • 32
Subjects • Homing pigeons • Pigeons • World War • 1939-1945
Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Historical | Military & Wars • Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Birds • Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Beginner
Publisher Summary
Publisher Summary
In a town in Italy during World War II the people have surrendered without firing a shot. But American warplanes are due to arrive, and the radio's broken, so no one can tell them to call off the attack! G. I. Joe, a carrier pigeon, is the only one who can take the message to the Americans. Will he make it in time and save the town?
