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Kate Cunningham and Sam Cunningham

Vlad and the First World War

A Flea in History

On 25th March 1918 Vlad the flea and his friend, Crisp VC the carrier pigeon, are on a mission to deliver a secret message from behind enemy lines.

They must dodge the dog-fights, survive the trenches and seek help from the staff of the hospital tent as they race to reach Britain safely.

In this adventure Vlad encounters Skipper Thomas Crisp, Second Lieutenant Walter Tull, Dr Phoebe Chapple and the Red Baron.

The book includes a map, glossary of terms and fact file to enable readers to find out more about the people and events portrayed in the story.

Each Vlad book has a wide range of free linked resources and activities for home and school. Find them on the Free Resources page and children’s section.

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Formats available: Paperback, eBook, Audiobook

First published: 01/09/17

Series: A Flea in History

ISBN: 9780995520523

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Reviews of Vlad and the First World War

Fantastic book. Just love the accuracy and fun of this book. Recommend it for all KS2 children to read and year 2 with support. Keep them coming please Kate Cunningham.

Another wonderful book from the Cunninghams – author and illustrator. The way the story is told and beautiful detailed pictures it was a pleasure to read, and that was before I shared it with my child! Their eyes lit up asking questions and sharing their answers before we turned the next page. Can’t wait before the next adventure – really helps to put the reader in that moment of history! Excellent!