This collection of original stories and poems touches on many aspects of military life from a child's point of view. From moving to making new friends, deployment, homecoming, patriotism, and tender family moments, Military Life gives a glimpse of the many joys and challenges military children experience. Moonbeam Childrens Book Awards - Gold Medal Midwest Book Awards - Finalist Contents: "Just Like You!" by Julie LaBelle "My Space" by Donna Portelli "Best Friends" by Judy Hissong "My Daddy Jumps Today" by Michelle Tonsmeire "Mama's Been Called Up" by Charlene Kochensparger "Saying Goodbye" by Peggie Brott "The Good Day" by Alison Buckholtz "Holding Mom's Kite" by Jennifer Jesseph "When Mommy Comes Home" by Amy Houts "When Daddy Comes Home" by Amy Houts "Love Letters" by Karen Pavlicin "It's Five O'Clock" by Cindy Shaw "Good Night" by Christy Lyon Illustrations by Quinette Cook