Unforgettable American History!  

More than 600,000 American soldiers died in this war—more than all other wars combined. But today, most children are not taught about the complexities of this cataclysmic conflict.

"In many schools these days, students aren’t being taught about the individual battles and struggles of our nation’s history, including Gettysburg."   

5 Star review Great Battles for Boys: The Civil War.

From the opening shots at Fort Sumter to the Confederate surrender at Appomattox, boys will move chronologically through 20 crucial battles, covering all four years of the Civil War.

They'll discover which strategies, tactics, and weapons were used, and which military leaders won the victories—or suffered defeats. Some of the battles include:

• Battle of the Ironclads: One of America's deadliest naval battles, right off the coast of Virginia

• Vicksburg: Union General Ulysses S. Grant bombs, terrorizes, and starves a southern city into surrender.

• Antietam: Confederate General Robert E. Lee invades the North, and pays a terrible price.

• Petersburg: The Union literally blows a hole in the South—and yet still loses the battle.

And much more!

• Sherman's March—who, what, when, where, and why.

• Why was General Robert E. Lee considered a military genius, even though he lost the war?

• What made General Ulysses S. Grant such a powerful general—and difficult man?

If your son likes action-packed stories with real events, he'll love this book. 

• Great Battles for Boys* was created for one purpose: to get boys excited about reading.
  Here's why it works, especially for reluctant readers:
  • Real history, NOT fiction - True stories of courage, strategy, and survival in harrowing circumstances.
  • Short high-impact chapters - No fluff or filler. Nonstop action.
  • Built-in momentum - Cliffhangers keep boys wanting to know what happens next.
  • Visual learning - Authentic maps and
  historical photos bring each battle to life.
  • Written by a dad for his son - and then for his middle-school classroom of boys. Instead of slow, abstract stories that boys can't connect with, this series delivers edge-of-your-seat storytelling they actually want to read. And keep reading. 
• Sample chapters HERE

Parents, grandparents, and teachers agree this series finally got their boys reading.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "We homeschool, and he learned more from these battle books than from any other curriculum or textbook." - Terry A.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "These books should be in school libraries everywhere." - Amazon's #1 Reviewer (across all categories)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "As a high school history teacher i highly recommend these books."- Kirby W. 

With over 7,000 five-star reviews, families trust Great Battles for Boys® to spark a love of reading, one battle at a time.

Joe & Sibella Giorello created Great Battles for Boys® to solve a problem at home: a son who didn't like to read.

Joe grew up in a large Italian family full of WWII and Vietnam veterans. He was fascinated by military history. That passion turned him into a lifelong reader and teacher. Decades later, he used that passion to spark his son's love of reading. 

The rescue mission for their family is now the #1 bestselling history series for boys.

Sibella is an award-winning journalist and bestselling novelist. While homeschooling their sons, she saw firsthand how many boys struggled to connect with books. 

As the first editor of Great Battles for Boys, she has a simple goal: make every page exciting enough to capture an active boy's imagination and help him fall in love with reading.

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Will my son or grandson actually read it? Yes, especially if he's interested in battles, bravery, or action; this series grabs attention fast. Thousands of parents say these were the first books their boys ever finished on their own.

Is this historically accurate and age-appropriate?
Absolutely. These are true stories, not historical fiction. Each book is thoroughly researched and fact-checked, and written to be engaging and suitable for ages 8-13.

What if he doesn't like it?
No problem. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If it's not a fit, send it back, no questions asked.

Is this a physical gift I can send?
Yes. This is a physical set of 9 paperback books. You can ship it directly to a boy as a gift by entering their name and address in the SHIPPING ADDRESS at checkout. 

Do the books include images?
Many! Each volume includes authentic maps and historical photos to help boys visualize the battles and stay engaged.

Can this series be used for homeschooling classroom learning?
Definitely. The series is used in homeschools, co-ops, and book clubs nationwide, and pairs perfectly with our Curriculum for more structured learning. You can read sample questions and answers HERE.

Do I need to buy the Curriculum now?
Not at all. Start with the books. The Curriculum is optional and can be added later to reinforce comprehension, writing. and critical thinking.