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Reach for this book when your child starts asking difficult questions about why people hate or hurt one another based on who they are. While set during World War II, this is not just a war story: it is a masterclass in empathy and the quiet power of community. It follows Safiyyah, a young girl living in the Grand Mosque of Paris, as she and her community risk everything to hide and save Jewish people from the Nazis. It is a beautiful way to introduce the concept of 'the righteous' and the shared humanity between different faiths. Ideal for ages 9 to 13, it offers a hopeful perspective on how even the smallest person can stand up against injustice with grace and courage.