Number the Stars

Number the Stars
by Lois Lowry

I read this book yesterday morning before going to church. It is a child's book. I wanted to read some more books about WWII that I could share with my reading class. This book still talks about bombs and rations and hiding Jews. But it is simple, and it doesn't give nightmares like some of the other books I have read. I would feel comfortable sharing this books with 4th and 5th graders. But, it might make a better read aloud so we could stop and discuss things along the way.

The Book Thief

The Book Thief
by Markus Zusak

I sure loved this book. It was about a young girl who began stealing books at the age of nine when she was sent away to live with a foster family. The story takes place in Germany before and during World War II. I love reading about this period in history. It makes me sad. But it is important to remember.