In Shooting at the Stars by John Hendrix, readers will discover the truly incredible story of the Christmas Truce of 1914. A British soldier on the front lines during World War I, describes in a letter to his mother of how both Allied and German soldiers ceased fire on Christmas Eve, and came together to celebrate the holiday_despite the fierce fighting earlier from both sides. They sang carols, exchanged gifts and even lit Christmas trees. As the holiday came to a close both sides returned to their separate trenches to await orders for the war to begin again. This wonderful story celebrates the humanity that can persist during even the darkest periods throughout history. Hardcover, 40 pages. Ages 8 to 12 years old.