Number the Stars: A Newbery Award Winner – An Inspiring Story of Courage and Friendship during the Danish Resistance for Children (Ages 10–12)
About this product
The unforgettable Newbery Medal–winning novel from Lois Lowry. As the German troops begin their campaign to "relocate" all the Jews of Denmark, Annemarie Johansen’s family takes in Annemarie’s best friend, Ellen Rosen, and conceals her as part of the family. Through the eyes of ten-year-old Annemarie, we watch as the Danish Resistance smuggles almost the entire Jewish population of Denmark, nearly seven thousand people, across the sea to Sweden. The heroism of an entire nation reminds us that there was pride and human decency in the world even during a time of terror and war. A modern classic of historical fiction, Number the Stars has won generations of fans and continues to speak to today's readers. Jessica Grose wrote in a November 2022 New York Times essay entitled "This Perfect Mother-Daughter Read Holds a Powerful Lesson for Fighting Antisemitism": “ Number the Stars is particularly relevant to our family, and to this moment." As School Library Journal put it: "Readers are taken to the very heart of Annemarie's experience, and, through her eyes, come to understand the true meaning of bravery." Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers describe Number the Stars as a well-written, engaging, and age-appropriate historical novel that is often recommended for younger readers and classroom use. They frequently praise its accessible style, memorable characters, and emotional impact, with many saying it gives children a clear, moving introduction to the Danish resistance and the Holocaust.
Review snippets also suggest strong approval for its suspense and courage-centered storyline, with readers calling it moving, beautiful, and hard to put down. The overall tone of Amazon feedback is very positive, especially from parents, teachers, and readers looking for a meaningful middle-grade book.
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- Amazon reviewers say it is engaging, well written, and suitable for younger readers.
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Specifications
| Genre | Children |
| Illustrated | No |
Product Details
| Publisher | Clarion Books |
| Publication date | May 2, 2011 |
| Edition | Reissue |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 160 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0547577095 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0547577098 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Reading age | 9+ years, from customers |
| Dimensions | 5.12 x 0.38 x 7.62 inches |
| Grade level | 5 - 7 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #264 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Children's European Historical Fiction (Books) #2 in Children's Holocaust Historical Fiction Books #2 in Children's Historical Fiction on Military & Wars |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (21,955) |
