A World in Flames: World War II Facts
Over the course of six years, World War II spread around the earth. In all, more than 50 countries were directly involved in the war. Here are some more facts about the effects of World War II.
- Number of people killed in the war: 45 million
- Number of Europeans left homeless by war: 12 million
- Number of Americans who joined the armed forces: 12 million
- Number of Americans who moved to take on war jobs: 15 million
- Number of B-17 "Flying Fortress" bombers built: 13 thousand
- Amount of post-war aid given by U.S. to Western Europe: $17 billion
- Reparations paid by Italy after war: $36 million
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Decisions, Decisions: The Cold War
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Decisions, Decisions: The Cold War
The Cold War defined world events for a generation, from the division of Europe, to the war in Vietnam, to the nuclear arms race. Decisions, Decisions: The Cold War puts students at the center of these issues.
By understanding the critical themes of the era, students begin to understand the world today. The simulation sparks discussions on terrorism, political ideologies, and more!
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- U.S. Foreign Policy
- World Events
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Grades 5-10 $149.00
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Number the Stars
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Number the Stars
Ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen and her best friend Ellen Rosen often think about life before the war. But it's now 1943 and their life in Copenhagen is filled with school, food shortages, and the Nazi soldiers marching in their town.
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The Nazi won't stop. The Jews of Denmark are being "relocated," so Ellen moves in with the Johansens and pretends to be part of the family.
Then Annemarie is asked to go on a dangerous mission. Somehow she must find the strength and courage to save her best friend's life. There's no turning back now.
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Ages 9-12 $6.99
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