He doesn't hate reading. He hates boring books.
Proven to get boys ages 8-13 reading
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REAL BATTLES. NO FLUFF! True stories of courage, strategy, and survival that boys want to read. -
WRITTEN FOR RELUCTANT READERS (AGES 8-13). Fast-paced chapters, historic photographs, maps, cliffhangers, and zero boring filler.
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TRUSTED BY FAMILIES—OVER 1 MILLION BOOKS SOLD! Proven to get boys excited about reading.
More Than 2,000 Years of world history—from Ancient battles to the Vietnam War
Great Battles for Boys® Books
The Only Military History Series Designed Specifically to Turn Boys Into Readers
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, NO FILLER
These are true stories of courage, sacrifice, and strategy, told in a way boys understand and respect.
EXCITING VISUALS
Authentic maps and photographs bring the story to life and help readers stay oriented.
WRITTEN BY A TEACHER FOR HIS OWN SON
Author Joe Giorello wrote the first book to help his son fall in love with reading. Today, 1+ million copies have been sold.
Boys Are Falling Behind in Reading—But You Can Help
Only 14% of boys (ages 8-13) read for fun*, a sharp drop from a generation ago.
It’s not just screens. The real issue? Most books aren’t written for how boys think or what grabs their attention.
Schools assign stories that feel slow, abstract, or emotional, formats many boys simply can’t connect with. Add in gaming and social media, and reading starts to feel like homework… not a thrill.
If boys don’t learn to love reading early, they may never catch up.
Great Battles for Boys® is here to solve that problem.
*Source: National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
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!
GET YOUR SON TOLOVE READING!
DOES YOUR SON HATE TO READ?
CHANGE HIS MIND!
“My 10-year-old LOVES these books!“ — Wisconsin Dad ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
GET YOUR SON TO LOVE READINGGetting 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!
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.
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.
