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Hartman, Renée G. Klepeis, Alicia Rogers Seavey, Lura Sioras, Efstathia Stelson, CarenStelson, Caren
Summary: "This powerful story is told from the collective perspective of the children who were rescued from Czechoslovakia on the eve of World War II, as Hitler's campaign of hatred toward Jews and political dissidents took hold. The narrative starts in 1938 and follows the children as they journey to foster families in England for the duration of the war, return to Prague afterward in an unsuccessful...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Carolrhoda Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.53 STEHartman, Renée G.
Summary: "Meet Renee and Herta, two sisters who faced the unimaginable -- together. This is their true story. As Jews living in 1940s Czechoslovakia, Renee, Herta, and their parents were in immediate danger when the Holocaust came to their door. As the only hearing person in her family, Renee had to alert her parents and sister whenever the sound of Nazi boots approached their home so they could hide....
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 HARSioras, Efstathia
Summary: The landlocked Czech Republic is not a large country, but it has a rich history. Known for its architectural treasures, lush forests, and a strong literary heritage, the Czech Republic was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and was united with Slovakia under the name Czechoslovakia before its peaceful independence in 1993. Since then, the Czech Republic has become a stable and prosperous...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 943.71 SIORogers Seavey, Lura
Summary: A proud nation that has overcome adversity time after time through its long history, the Czech Republic stands as a gateway between Eastern and Western Europe. Readers will explore its beautiful landscapes, visit its amazing cities, and see how people live there today. They will also learn about the Czech Republic’s history, its current government and economy, and what role it plays in world...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 943.71 ROGKlepeis, Alicia
Summary: "Engaging images accompany information about the Czech Republic. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media 2020