Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
In 1943, Annemarie Johansen helps her Jewish friend escape Nazi-occupied Denmark.
Summary
Number the Stars is a 1989 children's novel by Lois Lowry about the escape of a Jewish family from Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II. The story is narrated by Annemarie Johansen, a ten-year-old Danish girl living in Copenhagen. Annemarie's best friend, Ellen Rosen, is Jewish and must be hidden and then smuggled out of the country to safety. Annemarie and her family help Ellen and her family escape the Nazis.
Interpretation
Number the Stars is a story of courage and friendship in the face of adversity. It is a reminder of the power of ordinary people to make a difference in the world. It is also a reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of danger.
Who is this book for?
Number the Stars is a children's novel suitable for readers aged 8-12.
Keywords
Historical, Fiction, War, Courage, Friendship