
This books tells the true story of the protection of the Danish Jews during the invasion of the Nazis by the King of Denmark. It's a wonderful story of true courage for children in elementary and middle school.
Lorene B. (tootiereads) - reviewed The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark on + 2 more book reviews
This book is not a hardcover book.
From the back cover:
"If you wished to hide a star, where would you place it?"
Deedy's lyrical prose and Sørensen's arresting portraits unite to create a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice, a story for all people and all times.
"Deedy's language is simple and rhythmic .... This is an interesting and though-provoking piece of work ...." School Library Journal
"...a graceful and moving exploration of moral courage." USA Today
From the back cover:
"If you wished to hide a star, where would you place it?"
Deedy's lyrical prose and Sørensen's arresting portraits unite to create a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice, a story for all people and all times.
"Deedy's language is simple and rhythmic .... This is an interesting and though-provoking piece of work ...." School Library Journal
"...a graceful and moving exploration of moral courage." USA Today