United Through Reading Collection

Explore the United Through Reading Collection featuring books and literacy resources that help military families stay connected through the power of reading. Discover engaging titles and activities designed to strengthen family bonds, spark meaningful conversations, and create shared reading experiences, whether families are together or apart.

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H is for Honor: A Military Family Alphabet

Written by Devin Scillian and Illustrated by Victor Juhasz
Written by the son of a career officer, this book explores the branches of the Armed Services and...
1st - 4th

Sometimes Apart Always in My Heart: Helping military families send love from far away

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Gill Guile
This heartfelt story celebrates military families and reminds children that love and connection remain strong even when a parent is far away.
Pre-K - 2nd

Honored to Help: A Story About Military Separation (Tricky Topics)

Written by Marta Drew and Illustrated by Frannie Wilson (Photographer)
Zeyiah's dad is leaving for deployment, and she misses him a lot. While he is away, she discovers that helping her mom take care of her little brother and doing chores around the house makes her feel strong and proud.
Infant and Toddler - 2nd
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Anna & Natalie

Written by Barbara H. Cole and Illustrated by Ronald Himler
Anna is determined to win the honor of laying the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in...
1st - 4th
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Veterans Day (Rookie Read-About® Holidays)

Written by Jacqueline S. Cotton

This book explains the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed, and suggests ways of honoring...

K - 2nd
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Rags: Hero Dog of WW1

Written by Margot Theis Raven and Illustrated by Petra Brown
Rags was just a stray mutt—until the day he met Private James Donovan and found not only a home, but...
2nd - 5th
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Home Moves With Me

Written by Kathy Feedham Raggio and Illustrated by Quinette Cook
A child and their family pack up, drive off, and settle into a brand‑new house. Along the way, the child learns that home isn’t just a building or an address. Home is the people you love and the memories you carry with you wherever you go.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Fearless and the Fallen

Written by Sarah Doran and Illustrated by Jennifer Harms (Illustrator) & Misty Black (Designer)
Ace and Gunner race from one display to the next, reading every sign they can find. Each stop teaches them something new about history and about the brave things U.S. troops have done.
K - 5th
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Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This story is told by an unnamed veteran. Through his eyes, readers feel the powerful emotions of the visit—from seeing the monuments up close to receiving heartfelt messages from friends and schoolchildren. The journey ends with a warm “welcome home,” something some veterans never got when they first returned from war.
2nd - 5th
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Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This book explains how the unidentified soldiers came to rest at Arlington and how their fellow soldiers began keeping watch over them.
3rd - 6th
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How to Make a Cherry Pie and See the U.S.A

Written and Illustrated by Marjorie Priceman

Fancy a slice of cherry pie? Let's get started. . . . What, no bowl? No pie pan? No pot holders?

Join...

K - 3rd
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Revolutionary War on Wednesday (Magic Tree House, No. 22)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
On a dark, snowy night, the Magic Tree House sends Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is getting ready to lead his soldiers in a secret attack. But the terrible weather is making him wonder if the plan will work.
1st - 4th
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World at War, 1944 (Magic Tree House, Super Edition, #1)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
When the magic tree house takes Jack and Annie back to World War II, Europe is in trouble! It is June 1944 and the brother-and-sister team must go behind enemy lines and crack a code that could save a lot of lives.
2nd - 5th
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Desert Tough

Written by Katie Bonecutter
Every couple of years, eleven‑year‑old Diego has to pack up and start over because his dad is a U.S. Marine. Their newest move takes the family to Twentynine Palms, a quiet base in the hot, sandy California desert. With Radar, the family’s loyal dog, Diego works hard to adjust to his new home.
3rd - 8th
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Gabe: The Dog Who Sniffs Out Danger (Ready-to-Read Level 2)

Written by Thea Feldman and Illustrated by Chris Danger
Meet Gabe! Gabe had a very important job. Using his amazing doggy nose, he sniffed out dangerous weapons before they could hurt anyone. Gabe saved lives!
K - 2nd