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YELLOW STAR, THE
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Written by
Carmen Agra Deedy
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Illustrated by
Henri Sorensen
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Hardcover: $16.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-208-8
Total Pages: 32
Size: 9-1/2 x 11
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Picture books, ages 8-12/Fiction/History
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Carmen Agra Deedy was born in Havana, Cuba, and emigrated to Georgia with her family during the aftermath of the Cuban Revolution. A professional storyteller, she has performed at the Disney Institute, on Broadway at the New Victory Theater, at the Folger Shakespeare Library, and the Kennedy Center, as well as many other storytelling festivals nationwide. Deedy is a regular contributor to National Public Radio's "Weekend All Things Considered" and "Latino USA." Deedy lives in Georgia.You can visit Carmen Agra Deedy's website at: www.carmendeedy.com
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Henri Sørensen has illustrated over twenty books for children. He is also the author-illustrator of two children's books, New Hope and Your First Step. Sorensen lives in Denmark.
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THE LEGEND OF KING CHRISTIAN X OF DENMARK
Without the yellow star to point them out, the Jews looked like any other Danes.
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Accelerated Reader & Reading Counts Tests:
Reading Counts Test #: Q24691
Reading Counts Level: 3.5
AR Quiz#: 43505
AR Reading Level: 3.7
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FOR CENTURIES, the Star of David was a symbol of Jewish pride. But during World War II, Nazis used the star to segregate and terrorize the Jewish people. Except in Denmark. When Nazi soldiers occupied his country, King Christian X of Denmark committed himself to keeping all Danes safe from harm.
The bravery of the Danes and their king during that dangerous time has inspired many legends. The most enduring is the legend of the yellow star, which symbolizes the loyalty and fearless spirit of the king and his people.
Award-winning author and storyteller Carmen Deedy has poignantly recreated this legend which is accompanied by Danish illustrator Henri Sorensen's arresting full-color portraits. The result is a powerful and dignified story of heroic justice, a story for all people and all times.
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Reviews
"...interesting and thought-provoking...." School Library Journal "...delightful... a perfect introduction for young readers to the difficult story of the Holocaust. The story is surprisingly moving because it is told so simply.... suspenseful and inspiring.... and excellent addition to the many recent books on tolerance and human rights." Five Owls "Professional storyteller Deedy retells this legend in unadorned, effective language that lends currency to history.... The spare but resonant storytelling is given an authoritative setting in Danish illustrator Sorensen's paintings; his formal style and balanced compositions reinforce the mood and dignity of the story.... this tale will find heavy use as a readaloud and discussion starter, whether the topic is truth, history, heroism, or moral dilemmas." Bulletin for the Center for Children's Books
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Awards
* 2001 Jane Addams Peace Association Honor Book Award
* 2001 Christopher Award
* 2001 Bologna Ragazzi Award
* 2002 National Literary Association of England WOW! Award
* 2000 Parents' Choice Gold Award
* 2001 Notable Children's Book, Association of Jewish Libraries
* 2001 IRA Notable Books for a Global Society
* 2001 IRA Teacher's Choice (Intermediate Category
* 2001 NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People
("Selector's Choice" Distinction)
* 2000 Parent's Guide to Children's Media Award
* 2001 Children's Literature Choice List (short books or picture books with more text than
usual for younger readers) )
* 2001 ABC Children's Booksellers' Choices
* 2001 ABA/Bookselling This Week: Kid's Pick of the Lists (Spring List, 2001)
* 2001 BookSense 76 Pick
* 2001 Storytelling World Awards: Stories for Adolescent Listeners
* 2001 Children's Books Mean Business, Children's Book Council
* 2000 Best Bets for the Classroom (VA)
* Master List, 2002-2003 Texas Bluebonnet Award
* Master List, 2003-2004 Land of Enchantment Book Awards (NM)
* Nominee, 2002-2003 South Dakota Prairie Pasque Children's Book Award
* Nominee, 2002 Manhattan Country School "Living the Dream" Children's Book Award
* Nominee, 2002-2003 Florida Reading Association's Children's Book Award
* Nominee, 2003 Great Lakes' Great Books Award (MI)
* Nominee, 2003-2004 California Young Reader Medal (picture book for older readers)
* Nominee, 2005-2006 Georgia Children's Picture Book Award
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