Families who loved Hidden from Hitler: How One French Resistance Network Saved Over 500 Jewish Children from the Nazis by Susan Wider often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts asking complex questions about how individuals can stand up against systemic injustice or when they feel overwhelmed by news of global conflict. It provides a powerful framework for discussing the Holocaust through the lens of agency and collective action rather than just victimhood. The narrative follows the Oeuvre de Secours aux Enfants (OSE), a group of doctors and social workers who risked everything to smuggle Jewish children out of danger in Vichy France. While the historical backdrop is undeniably heavy, the focus remains on the ingenuity and bravery of the rescuers. It is an ideal choice for middle schoolers ready to grapple with difficult history through a lens of hope and human resilience.
