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He hates reading? Change his mind.

Thrilling history that sparks a passion for reading in boys ages 8-13

"“My 10-year-old LOVES these books!“"

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REAL BATTLES. NO FLUFF! TRUE stories of courage, strategy, and survival that boys want to read. Not made-up fiction about what happened.
WRITTEN FOR RELUCTANT READERS (AGES 8-13). Fast-paced chapters, historic photographs, maps, cliffhangers, and zero boring filler. Boys DEVOUR these chapters.
TRUSTED BY FAMILIES—OVER 1 MILLION BOOKS SOLD! Proven to get boys excited about reading and history. Check out the reviews below.

"“My 10-year-old LOVES these books!“"

— Wisconsin Dad ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Only Military History Series Designed Specifically For Boys. Written By a History Teacher Whose Own Son Hated to Read.

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Don't Wait For the Dreaded 4th-Grade "Cliff"— the Sooner He Starts Reading, the Further He Can Go.

Until about 4th grade, schools teach kids how to read: phonics, sounding out words, building fluency.

Then it flips. Every subject—even science and math word problems—assumes he already reads well.

So from 5th grade onward, he must read in order to learn. In every subject, not just English.

And that's the moment boys who don’t love to read begin to struggle. In every class. Statistics also show they're at much greater risk of dropping out of high school later.*

Which means the stakes are rising just as the window to get him hooked on reading is closing. Don't wait for that "cliff"—get him reading today.

That's the good news: he doesn’t need more drills. He just needs books about Spartans, Redcoats, and fighter pilots—heroes of valor and courage who shaped world history—and that hold his attention.

Spark his love for reading today. You'll change his life forever.

*Source: National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

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What Thousands of Parents, Grandparents & Educators Say About Great Battles for Boys®

“My son loves these books!! I also got the curriculum and he is excited to re-read the chapters and do the lessons! This is a priceless investment in your boy.”
— Robin O., parent
“My grandson has been loving the entire series. Regularly he will call to discuss the content. He has become a voracious reader with his teacher commenting to his parents about a dramatic increase in his reading proficiency.”
— Jerry R., grandfather
The Battle Books for Boys are very popular with my middle-grade boys (and some girls). I realized that we no longer had the whole set and ordered 2 more to meet demand. There is nothing out there to match these books!
— Nena S., teacher
"I ordered one copy of the American Revolution book for my classroom library, and a student checked it out immediately. He couldn't put the text down, and he even took it home to read! He talked to me at recess about some very interesting war details ... I was amazed that he suddenly became the reader I knew he could be with just one interesting book."
— Michelle B., teacher

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DOES YOUR SON HATE TO READ?

CHANGE HIS MIND!

“My 10-year-old LOVES these books!“ — Wisconsin Dad ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Getting boys to read can be a real struggle, but parents can win this battle! Spark your son’s interest in reading with the #1 bestselling non-fiction series, Great Battles for Boys!

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LOVE READING!

DOES YOUR SON HATE TO READ?

CHANGE HIS MIND!

“My 10-year-old LOVES these books!“ — Wisconsin Dad ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

GET YOUR SON TO LOVE READING

Getting boys to read can be a real struggle, but parents can win this battle! Spark your son’s interest in reading with the #1 bestselling non-fiction series, Great Battles for Boys!

THE GREAT BATTLES FOR BOYS SERIES

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

BUNKER HILLTO WWI

THE CIVIL WAR

WW2 IN THE PACIFIC

WW2 IN EUROPE

WORLD WAR I

THE KOREAN WAR

ANCIENT TO MIDDLE AGES

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Testimonials from boys:

My name is Tyler and I’m 9 years old. I love reading your books!

-Tyler

Thank you for your good books. I can't stop reading them. My name is Billy and my dad told me you wrote for your son. I am going to get more books and thanks again.

-Billy (age 10)

Hi! My name is Tyler Fischer and I am 8 years old and I love this series. I have been using some of the battle strategies that you talk about in the books against my mom in Laser Tag.

-Tyler Fischer

I really loved how you did not just talk about the soldiers but also about the people and the hardships they had to faced…I have become even more interested in history as a result of reading your book.”

-Jackson (grade 8)

My name is Rowan. I am 8 years old. I love your books.

-Rowan

I am your biggest fan!!!! Thank you for writing all of your books…I have reread all of your books more then once.

-Hudson, age 10

I am a fan of your book series.… I have read every one more than twice.

-Colin

I connected with people in the book because the kings and generals studied, and created tactics to win battles, and I try to create plays in sports to win.

-Aaron (age 12)

Hi my name is Seamus and I am 10 years old. I am a big fan of your books and I have read them all. I think they are all amazing and I couldn't put them down.

-Seamus

Your books are really, really good. I have read all the books and they are my favorite books.

-Connor (grade 4)

I liked that you went into great detail for each battle. I loved that you put in maps and pictures.

-Derek (Grade 3)

I bought this book for my Grandson (who is 10 years old) and he has been bypassing his game time to continue reading the book. He really enjoys reading about the different wars. The book is very well written.

-ROBERT

WHY DOES YOUR SON AVOID BOOKS?

In many cases, boys find fiction boring —because the story is “made up” and didn’t involve world-altering clashes. Great Battles for Boys takes young readers to the front lines of world’s most significant battles. Boys get a thrill out of knowing “This stuff really happened!” They also learn about the leaders, strategies, weapons, and tactics that won (or lost) each battle.

Give your son true tales of life-and-death consequences and he’ll think reading is as exciting as any video game.

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FUN TO READ!

Exciting chapters filled with historic photos, maps, and online resources.

BOYS ENJOY THE TIME!

Chapters packed with true tales of life-and-death action. Boys will keep turning the pages—and ask for more books.

FAMILY BONDING

Boys enjoy sharing knowledge with family. The FREE study guides help Mom and Dad quiz him for fun and school.

Testimonials from parents, grandparents, and librarians:

I barely got them catalogued before the first two went out.

-Librarian

My son devours these books!

-J. Moser

He did not speak at all until age 5. He falls on the spectrum and he was late starting to read. Finding something to keep him interested was a challenge. Thank you for writing these books! We read every night.

-J. Brazle

My son has fallen in love with these books, reading through WWII and WWI fairly quickly.

-J. Messenger

I bought one of your books for my 11 year old son. He is a reluctant reader and struggles. He really likes the book.

-Nancy

Boys are coming in and saying ‘Where are those books about the battles?

-School Librarian

My son and I are barely on Chapter 3 and he’s already asking about getting the next book of the series.

-Erika

Our 8th grade grandson actually used books as a reference source on a History presentation. These books have changed his favorite subject to history class.

-Deb

Bo can't put it down! He's obsessed with these books.

-Katie

My son has read and continues to re-read all of the Great Battles for Boys books - highly recommend!!

-Laura

We are a homeschooling family, and I can only say I wish I had found these books when I was studying/teaching about wars with my oldest son.

-Kristin

My ten-year-old son said he’s sad he’s almost done with reading it and wishes there were more battles to read.

-Amy

Meet the Author

Joe Giorello

Joe Giorello spent nearly 10 years teaching military history after becoming a father to a reluctant reader. That personal experience became a rescue mission — and the Great Battles for Boys series was born. With over 250,000 copies sold, Joe's books have turned countless boys into eager readers and history lovers. Contact him at Joe@GreatBattlesForBoys.com. He reads every email.

He hates reading? Change his mind.

Choose Your Set.

The Only Military History Series Designed Specifically For Boys. Written By a History Teacher Whose Own Son Hated to Read.

NONSTOP ACTION

We skip the fluff and dive straight into real history: battles, turning points, and high-stakes decisions.

HIGH-STAKES CONFLICT

Each chapter ends with momentum. Boys want to know what happens next—and keep reading to find out.

REAL PEOPLE, NOT FICTION

True stories of courage, sacrifice, and strategic thinking, told in a way boys can understand and respect.

Grab The Complete Series All 9 Books + $10 off and FREE Shipping

Don't Wait For the Dreaded 4th-Grade "Cliff"— the Sooner He Starts Reading, the Further He Can Go.

Until about 4th grade, schools teach kids how to read: phonics, sounding out words, building fluency.

Then it flips. Every subject—even science and math word problems—assumes he already reads well.

So from 5th grade onward, he must read in order to learn. In every subject, not just English.

And that's the moment boys who don’t love to read begin to struggle. In every class. Statistics also show they're at much greater risk of dropping out of high school later.*

Which means the stakes are rising just as the window to get him hooked on reading is closing. Don't wait for that "cliff"—get him reading today.

That's the good news: he doesn’t need more drills. He just needs books about Spartans, Redcoats, and fighter pilots—heroes of valor and courage who shaped world history—and that hold his attention.

Spark his love for reading today. You'll change his life forever.

What Thousands of Parents, Grandparents & Educators Say About Great Battles for Boys®

“My son loves these books!! I also got the curriculum and he is excited to re-read the chapters and do the lessons! This is a priceless investment in your boy.”

— Robin O., parent

“My grandson has been loving the entire series. Regularly he will call to discuss the content. He has become a voracious reader with his teacher commenting to his parents about a dramatic increase in his reading proficiency.”

— Jerry R., grandfather

The Battle Books for Boys are very popular with my middle-grade boys (and some girls). I realized that we no longer had the whole set and ordered 2 more to meet demand. There is nothing out there to match these books!

— Nena S., teacher

— Michelle B., teacher

DOES YOUR SON HATE TO READ?

CHANGE HIS MIND!

DOES YOUR SON HATE TO READ?

CHANGE HIS MIND!

THE GREAT BATTLES FOR BOYS SERIES

Testimonials from boys:

-Tyler

-Billy (age 10)

-Tyler Fischer

-Jackson (grade 8)

-Rowan

-Hudson, age 10

-Colin

-Aaron (age 12)

-Seamus

-Connor (grade 4)

-Derek (Grade 3)

-ROBERT

WHY DOES YOUR SON AVOID BOOKS?

FUN TO READ!

BOYS ENJOY THE TIME!

FAMILY BONDING

Testimonials from parents, grandparents, and librarians:

-Librarian

-J. Moser

-J. Brazle

-J. Messenger

-Nancy

-School Librarian

-Erika

-Deb

-Katie

-Laura

-Kristin

-Amy

Meet the Author

Joe Giorello