| The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark Contributor(s): Deedy, Carmen Agra (Author), Sorensen, Henri (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1561452084 ISBN-13: 9781561452088 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2000 Annotation: Retells the story of King Christian X and the Danish resistance to the Nazis during World War II. Full-color illustrations. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Legends, Myths, Fables - General - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Prejudice & Racism - Juvenile Fiction | Historical - Military & Wars |
| Dewey: FIC |
| LCCN: 00020602 |
| Lexile Measure: 780 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 9.8" W x 11.1" (0.90 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Theometrics - Secular - Chronological Period - 1940's - Cultural Region - Scandinavian |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 43505 Reading Level: 3.7 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Carmen Agra Deedy's award-winning retelling of a powerful World War II legend. Without the yellow star to point them out, the Jews looked like any other Danes. In 1940, Nazis occupied Denmark and King Christian X, beloved amongst his people, has to find some way to resist their overwhelming power. When the order goes out that all Jews must wear a yellow star on their clothes, the king has an idea that might just work. But it would take the faith and commitment of all Danes. In this retelling of a World War II legend, New York Times best-selling author Carmen Agra Deedy poignantly remind us of the power of a good, wise leader. Paired with Henri S rensen's arresting full-color portraits, this is a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice. Teacher's Guide available Bologna Ragazzi Award for Children's Non-Fiction Christopher Award (Books for Young People) Jane Addams Peace Prize (Honor Book) ABC Children's Booksellers' Choices (Non-fiction) Notable Books for a Global Society |
Contributor Bio(s): Deedy, Carmen Agra: - Carmen Agra Deedy, a New York Times bestselling author, has been writing and traveling around the world telling stories for more than twenty years. Her books have received numerous awards and honors. Carmen has performed in many prestigious venues, but children are her favorite audience. Born in Havana, Cuba, she came to the United States as a refugee and like most immigrants sees the world from multiple perspectives. She lives in Georgia.Sorensen, Henri: - Henri Sorensen has illustrated over twenty books for children, including The Yellow Star, The Printer, and Christmas in the Trenches. He is also the author-illustrator of two children's books, New Hope and Your First Step. Sorensen lives in Denmark. |