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Parallel journeys

by Eleanor H. Ayer

Reading Level 7-8 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Two teenagers from opposite worlds face the horrors of World War II, each navigating fear, hatred, and survival in their own way. Their intertwined stories reveal the impact of war on identity and the courage it takes to endure. Experience a powerful journey through history that brings to life the struggles and resilience of youth in dark times.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalHistoricalComing of AgeFamilySocial Justice

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

Death by Suicide Hate Speech War & Conflict Loss & Grief Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0689318308
Pages
244
Publisher
Atheneum Books
Published
1995
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
56,930

Genres

History

Subjects

Waterford, Helen, 1909- -- Juvenile literatureHeck, Alfons, 1928- -- Juvenile literatureHitler-Jugend -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureHolocaust, Jewish (1939-1945) -- Juvenile literatureJews -- Germany -- Frankfurt am Main -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureHolocaust survivors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureGerman Americans -- Biography -- Juvenile literature