About This Book
Foster's War is a compelling historical fiction chapter book set during World War II, focusing on the homefront experience of eleven-year-old Foster. His older brother enlists in the army, not out of patriotism, but to escape their father's authoritarian rages, leaving Foster to contend with the difficult family dynamics alone. The book delves into themes of family conflict, the search for independence, and the quiet bravery required to navigate a challenging home environment. It's suitable for readers aged 8-12, offering a nuanced look at how external historical events can amplify internal family struggles, and how a young boy finds his own strength.
When his older brother joins the army during World War II in order to escape the rages of an authoritarian father, eleven-year-old Foster fights his battles on the homefront.
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Discussion Prompts
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Why do you think Foster's brother decided to join the army? What other choices might he have had?
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How does Foster's 'war' at home compare to the war his brother is fighting overseas?
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What are some ways Foster shows bravery, even when he's not on a battlefield?
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How do the events of World War II in the background affect Foster and his family's daily lives?
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What do you think Foster learns about himself and his family by the end of the story?
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