The #1 Bestselling History Series for Boys (Ages 8–13)
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Action-packed history that brings real battles to life and hooks boys on reading.
Fast-paced chapters and authentic visuals written for reluctant readers
True stories of courage, strategy, and survival
Trusted by 10,000+ families—over 1 million copies sold
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Get boys hooked on reading with action-packed history.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Great Battles for Boys: Epic Sea Battles takes young readers on a thrilling voyage through maritime history’s most pivotal confrontations, from Ancient times to the modern era.
Written especially for young readers who crave action and real-life adventure, these battles showcase the incredible courage, tactical brilliance, and heroism of sailors throughout history.
Ideal for reluctant readers, this book will captivate imaginations through true stories of daring raids, brilliant tactics, and ordinary men who became legends on the high seas.
From ancient times to modern eras, naval battles have determined the fate of nations. Great Battles for Boys: Epic Sea Battles takes young readers on a thrilling voyage through some of maritime history’s most pivotal confrontations.
From the Ancient Romans at Mylae and Viking longships used to invade Paris, to the thunder of cannon fire as English and Spanish fleets clash at Dover, to the modern steel titans clashing at Tsushima and aircraft carriers deciding the fate of the Pacific in the Philippine Sea, each battle reveals how naval supremacy determined the rise and fall of empires.
Written especially for young readers who crave action and real-life adventure, these battles also showcase the courage, tactical brilliance, and heroism of sailors throughout world history.
“What I love about this book is how it balances fun and learning. It keeps young readers interested through captivating storytelling while teaching them about the significance of each battle.” — Five-star review
WHY IT WORKS
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.
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.
AUTHOR STORY
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.
GUARANTEE + SHIPPING INFO
30-Day Money Back Guarantee If you're not satisfied, return your order within 30 days for a full refund-no questions asked.
Fast, Reliable Shipping All orders ship from the USA within 1-3 business days. You'll receive tracking info as soon as your package is on the way.
Support You Can Reach Questions? Email us anytime at Joe@GreatBattlesforBoys.com
FAQS
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.
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What Thousands of Boys Say After Reading One Book
“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)
“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
“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)
Great Battles for Boys® Books
The Only History Series Designed Specifically to Turn Boys Into Readers
Most gifts get used once. This one gets opened again and again.
When you give Great Battles for Boys®, you’re not just handing over a stack of books. You’re giving a boy the thrill of real adventure, the pride of finishing a book, and the confidence that comes with discovering he’s a reader after all.
Perfect for boys ages 8-13, even those who say they “don’t like reading.”
Builds a lifelong love of reading through real stories of heroism and history
Already gifted by 10,000+ families across the U.S.
Ships quickly from the USA and comes with a 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
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.”
— Happy 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.”
— Happy Grandparent
“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.”
— Happy Parent
“I purchased the books for a small non-profit school. Students have issues such as dyslexia and autism. The boys love these books and ask to drop everything to read.”
— Happy Educator
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My 8 year old son devoured this book in 2 days! He enjoyed learning about all of the battles that made the Revolutionary War and learning about George Washington’s life. We can’t wait to order more books from this author.
There's not much to see here. I added 10 to the library's collection. An 11 year-old boy checked out a couple 2 weeks ago. He came in and grabbed the rest of the stack yesterday because he loved them. He said he read each of them about five times. Another boy came and grabbed the two remaining books and they are really popular with our younger, more conservative readers. When they're reading something they enjoy, they'll refer their friends to the series and this one seems like a winner!
My son is dyslexic. He despises reading. He is entering fourth grade. I purchased this book and the audiobook in a last ditch effort. He absolutely loves following along while listening to the audio. He rates it a 10/10. We are now almost finished reading it and are going to purchase the WWII book/audiobook.
Store owner replied:
That's terrific to hear. Thank you for sharing his experience. And thank you for helping him learn to love reading.
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 a dramatic increase in his reading proficiency.
I used a kpod for scale in the photo. The books are awesome! I also purchased the audio books for days when I can't sit and read to my kids, so I'll play those while doing chores or art or something. But they are a great read for boys (and girls)! Such an amazing idea! Thank you!
My review is like those which I read before purchasing: My 10 year old couldn't put it down. He finished the book in a few days, on his own. I will be buying more. It brought such joy to see him enjoying reading.
My 9 year old son wasn’t interested in reading and was getting frustrated with books that didn’t interest him. He’s now picking up the battle books on his own because he loves them so much! He’s sharing what he’s learning, showing me the maps and telling me all about the battles, I honestly think I’m learning as much as he is, haha. I’m so grateful these books are turning his heart towards reading!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing his experience, Katrin. I'm very happy to hear he's enjoying the books.
My kiddo is flying through these books! I asked what he was going to do for new material since he’s consuming them so quickly. He said, “oh, I’ll be re-reading this set mom!” :)
Store owner replied:
That's terrific, Rena. Thanks for commenting. You can also let him know new books are coming, including "The Wild West" in October.
I ordered the 9-book set for my 8 year old grandson, and had it shipped to his house.
It arrived in a few days, and he began reading the first book immediately, finished it in about a week, and has started reading the second book already.
He loves the books, and calls me to talk about them.
I am very pleased that he is reading more, and playing video games less.
I was hopeful that this would be his summer reading, but he will likely finish soon!
Store owner replied:
Howard, it's so heartening to hear of grandparents like you who are making sure their grandsons spend more time in books and less time on screens. Thank you.
My 10 year old son loves these. They have the perfect amount of detail—enough to give the stories interest and connection but not so much he loses the train of thought. We will be using these with the curriculum PDF file as his fifth grade history program this fall.
The website is really easy to navigate and the shipping is really fast and the books are packaged securely. I have a young patron that was very excited that I ordered the set. I also needed a receipt for my records and the request was fulfilled the same day. I love a company that has great communication.
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!
I was impressed with the content of these books, and so I purchased three for my grandson for Christmas. I did have several questions about the audiobooks and the author responded within 24 hours putting to rest all my questions and offered to answer any other questions I had. Customer service is superb. The only reason I gave the books a rating of 4 and not 5 is because I don’t know my grandson’s response. to these books, because he hasn’t received them yet.
This was an early Christmas present to my three nephews and niece., ages between 5 and 12. I have not heard how things are going for them getting them early. One nephew rides the bus for an hour to get home from school.
I purchased the Battles for Boys books for our school library. I can't wait to see what the boys will say about them. I read the books myself and was able to follow along with the clear explanations of the battles. I enjoyed the photos that went with the information discussed.
