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Children's Fiction Holocaust

Jesse's Star

by (author) Ellen Schwartz

Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Initial publish date
Jan 2000
Category
Holocaust, Multigenerational, Emigration & Immigration
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781551431437
    Publish Date
    Jan 2000
    List Price
    $7.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781554696505
    Publish Date
    Jan 2000
    List Price
    $5.99

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Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels

  • Age: 9 to 12
  • Grade: 4 to 7
  • Reading age: 9 to 12

Description

Jesse's project about his immigrant ancestors is due tomorrow and he hasn't started. In a last-ditch effort to find some information about his great-great grandfather, Yossi, Jesse rummages through the mess in the attic until he finds a little battered travel case, full of pictures, and something else—a Star of David. At first it looks plain and unimportant, but as he holds it in his hand, the star begins to glow. Jesse is in for the surprise, and adventure, of his life as he finds himself becoming the star's first owner, his own great-great grandfather.

About the author

Awards

  • Nominated, Young Readers' Choice Book Awards of British Columbia (YRCABC) Red Cedar Book Awards
  • Short-listed, Chocolate Lily Book Awards
  • Nominated, Forest of Reading Silver Birch Fiction Award
  • Long-listed, BC and Yukon Book Prizes
  • Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens

Editorial Reviews

"Young readers will be readily drawn into the well-crafted plot and will be easily able to find a personal connection to Jesse and his present-day dilemma."

CM Magazine

"An exciting time warp tale...A fun book that packs a powerful lesson."

San Diego Jewish Times

"Shwartz's...depiction of the village has all the gusto and sprightly characterization of a folk tale...This optimistic tale of Jewish immigration fills a niche with its appealing warmth and energy."

Quill & Quire

"[The ending] is SO exciting that I would like you to read the book for yourself so that you can find out!"

The Active Page

"Well written, fast paced, and a manageable length, this time-travel book is just right for those looking for an easy read."

School Library Journal

"The plot is fast-paced and well-structured...The story of Yossi's mishaps and heroism is credible and engaging, as is the description of Russian Jewish culture and the village's way of life."

Resource Links

"Schwartz has managed successfully to weave historical fact into compelling fiction."

VOYA

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