About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking difficult questions about systemic unfairness, prejudice, or the reality of historical refugees. It is a vital resource for children who are beginning to notice that the world is not always safe or just, providing a framework for understanding how courage manifests in the face of overwhelming odds. Through the accessible format of a graphic novel, Don Brown recounts the history of the Kindertransport, the rescue mission that brought thousands of Jewish children from Nazi-occupied territory to safety in Great Britain. The narrative focuses on the resilience of the youth and the agonizing choices made by parents. While it deals with heavy themes of separation and persecution, it emphasizes the human capacity for hope and the bravery of those who stood up for others. It is best suited for middle schoolers (ages 10 to 14) who are ready for a nuanced, non-fictional look at the Holocaust through a lens of survival and action.
