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Newbery Honor Book • ALA Notable Book • An SLJ Best Book • A Jane Addams Award Honor Book • Winner of the Jewish Book Council Children's Book Award
A classic WWII survivor story based on award-winning author Johanna Reiss's own childhood during the Holocaust.
When the German army occupied Holland in 1940, Annie was only eight years old. Because she was Jewish, the occupation put her in grave danger. Most people thought the war wouldn't last long, but Annie knew that if she wanted to stay alive, she would have to go into hiding.
Fortunately, a Gentile family, the Oostervelds, offered refuge to Annie and her older sister, Sini. For two years they hid in the cramped upstairs room of the Oostervelds's remote farmhouse. There, Annie and Sini would struggle to hold on to hope—separated from their family and confined to one tiny room—as a frightful and seemingly endless war raged on outside their window.
This classic autobiographical novel is a strong choice for classroom sharing and independent reading.
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Experience the emotional and gripping journey of survival with The Upstairs Room, a Newbery Honor Book that has captivated readers around the world. Based on the true story of author Johanna Reiss's own childhood during the Holocaust, this poignant and inspiring novel offers a unique perspective on one of history's darkest periods.
Step into Annie's shoes as she navigates the dangerous landscape of occupied Holland in 1940. Discover her resilience and courage as she makes the heart-wrenching decision to go into hiding, relying on the kindness of a Gentile family, the Oostervelds, who offer her and her sister refuge. Join them on their two-year odyssey, confined to the cramped upstairs room of a remote farmhouse, as they hope against all odds for an end to the seemingly endless war outside their window.
Perfect for both classroom sharing and independent reading, The Upstairs Room serves as a powerful educational tool to teach young readers about the Holocaust. This Newbery Honor Book and recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the ALA Notable Book and Jane Addams Award Honor Book, will captivate readers of all ages and leave a lasting impact on their hearts and minds.
Don't miss your chance to experience the captivating story of courage and resilience in The Upstairs Room. Immerse yourself in this powerful WWII survivor story today and discover the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Click here to order now!
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