Escaping into the night
by D. Dina Friedman
Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
At just thirteen, Halina escapes the dangers of the Polish ghetto and finds refuge in a hidden forest camp where a group of Jews are fighting to survive during World War II. She must learn to navigate the harsh realities of war while holding onto hope and courage. This powerful story reveals the strength and resilience of those living through one of history’s darkest times.
Representation & Themes
Jewish RepresentationHistoricalSurvivalFamilyHolocaust
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
War & Conflict Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 1416902589
- Pages
- 208
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 41,821
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945) -- Juvenile fictionHolocaust, Jewish (1939-1945) -- FictionWorld War, 1939-1945 -- Fiction