This week my children's book reviews include for Rememberance Sunday an inspiring second world war drama and a stirring illustrated middle grade novel about the importance of truth set in the First World War. My column also includes a picture book about learning to cope with bereavement, and lastly for the holidays a return to the Shadowhunters world with a fan favourite.
The two World War books are perfect to learn about that period and start a conversation in class. They are also inspiring and insightful.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post. Enjoy!
BOOK OF THE WEEK
THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ BY
HEATHER MORRIS
YOUNG ADULT 12+
1942 Lale is
imprisoned in Auschwitz just because he is Jewish. His job is
tattooing numbers of fellow victims. When he meets Gita it's love at
first sight. Will they survive the horror of war? Based on real
events, this pulsates with courage, friendship and daring. A deeply
moving and inspiring story that should be a must for every school.
Information and points of discussion are in the back. A story never
to be forgotten.
Hot Key Books PB
£7.99
WAITING FOR WOLF BY SANDRA DIECKMANN
PICTURE BOOK 4+
Fox and Wolf spend
a perfect day together, talking, laughing, playing and watching
stars. One day Wolf is gone. How will Fox cope? A stunningly
illustrated and lyrical story about friendship, loss and grief. A
perfect story to start a discussion with children about learning to
cope with bereavement by remembering treasured memories. The magical
illustrations capture the emotion of the scenes from happy to sad and
ends with a positive heartwarming message.
HB Hodder £12.99
CAPTAIN ROSALIE BY TIMOTHEE DE
FOMBELLE & ISABELLE ARSENAULT
CHILDREN 8+
Rosalie is five,
and she is on a secret mission to learn to read. Her father is at
war, and her mother reads his letters to her until one day she stops.
Can Rosalie find out the truth? A moving story that reveals the
tragedy of war through a child's eyes. The story is complemented by
the atmospheric ink drawings and flashes of Rosalie's red hair
against the darkness. It illustrates the importance of truth and
togetherness and a pertinent conversation starter about Remembrance
Day.
Walker Books PB
£6.99
THE RED SCROLLS OF MAGIC BY
CASSANDRA CLARE & WESLEY CHU
YOUNG ADULT 12+
A welcome return
to the Shadowhunters world with fan favourite High Warlock Magnus
Bane in the lead role. Magnus is on holiday with his boyfriend, Alex
Lightwood. But before long they are chasing the evil leader of a
demon-worshipping cult. A fun romp through the most glamorous
European cities plus ladles of adventure, magic and romance. This is
suitable for fans and newcomers who will love the diverse cast and
sense of loyalty and honour at its heart.
Simon &
Schuster PB £7.99
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