Cell Phones for Soldiers

September 15, 2017
Grades 3-5 Each book in the Community Connections: How Do They Help? series profiles one or two young people who wanted to help others, describes how their efforts evolved, and looks at the ongoing work of their charitable organizations. Each double-page spread includes paragraphs of large-print text and a colorful photo, while sidebars carry additional details, comments, and questions. The clarity and matter-of-fact tone of the writing add to the appeal of the kids' stories. In 2004, 13-year-old Brittany and 12-year-old Robbie wanted to help an American soldier returning from Iraq. Cell Phones for Soldiers tells of their organization and its continuing work, 13 years and $15 million later. An intriguing series on kids working to help others.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2017, American Library Association.)