Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades Plus (MG+ 6 and up)
Book Level
4.1
Points
6.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
40639
Points per Word
0.000148
Page Count
209
Points per Page
0.028708
Series
Once
Description
Following a heartbreaking struggle to survive as a Jewish child in Germany, Felix faces perhaps his greatest challenge; to find hope when he's lost almost everything. Book #4
Quick Summary
This story follows Felix, a young Jewish boy who survived World War II in Germany, as he searches for hope and belonging after losing almost everything. Kids will love the unexpected moments of humor that pop up even in hard times, the friendships Felix forms along the way, and his creative storytelling that helps him cope with impossible situations. If your kid likes "Number the Stars" or "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas," they will connect with this powerful tale of resilience and finding light in darkness. Perfect for kids ages 10-12 in grades 5-7.