Georgia Children's Book Award
2006 · Picture Book · Nominee
About This Book
Without the yellow star to point them out, the Jews looked like any other Danes.
In 1940, Nazis occupied Denmark and King Christian X, beloved amongst his people, had to find some way to resist their overwhelming power. When the order went out that all Jews must wear a yellow star on their clothes, the king had an idea that might just work. But it would take the faith and commitment of all Danes.
In this retelling of a World War II legend, New York Times best-selling author Carmen Agra Deedy poignantly remind us of the power of a good, wise leader. Paired with Henri Sørensen's arresting full-color portraits, this is a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice.
In 1940, Nazis occupied Denmark and King Christian X, beloved amongst his people, had to find some way to resist their overwhelming power. When the order went out that all Jews must wear a yellow star on their clothes, the king had an idea that might just work. But it would take the faith and commitment of all Danes.
In this retelling of a World War II legend, New York Times best-selling author Carmen Agra Deedy poignantly remind us of the power of a good, wise leader. Paired with Henri Sørensen's arresting full-color portraits, this is a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice.
Awards
California Young Reader Medal
2004 · Picture Books for Older Readers · Nominee
Bluebonnet Award
2003 · Children's · Nominee
Bookseller's Choice
2001 · Nonfiction · Winner
Christopher Award
2001 · Ages 11-12 · Winner
Jane Addams Children's Book Award
2001 · Picture Book · Honor Book
Parents Choice Award (Fall) (1998-2007)
2000 · Gold · Winner
Sydney Taylor Book Award
2000 · Older Readers · Notable
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