57 pages 1 hour read

Jennifer Roy

Yellow Star

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006

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Jennifer Roy's Yellow Star is compelling and poignant, praised for its accessibility and emotional depth. Critics commend its portrayal of historical events through a young narrator, engaging readers with its authenticity and simplicity. Some find its verse format limiting in narrative detail. Overall, it's highly recommended for its educational value and moving storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Yellow Star?

Readers who appreciate The Diary of Anne Frank or Number the Stars will be captivated by Jennifer Roy's Yellow Star. This poignant, accessible narrative is ideal for middle-grade to young adult readers interested in World War II, Holocaust survival stories, and themes of resilience and hope.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

710L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Period
Holocaust
WWII / World War II
Themes
Society: War
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Topics
Military / War
History: World