Description
The remarkable true story of how a toy duck smuggled forged identity papers for Jewish refugees during WWII
About the Author
Elisa Boxer is the author of the picture book Covered in Color as well as an Emmy Award-winning journalist and columnist. She has reported for newspapers, magazines, and TV stations, and has a passion for telling stories about people finding the courage to create change. Boxer lives with her family in Maine. Amy Bates is the illustrator of many books for children, including The Boy and the Sea, Gittel's Journey, Minette's Feast, and The Dog Who Belonged to No One. She lives in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Reviews
***STARRED REVIEW***
"With extensive back matter supporting both the author's and the illustrator's work, this is a harrowing account of one girl's bravery and a compelling assurance for youth that everyone has a potential hero within."
***STARRED REVIEW***
"An important true account to add to all collections. Gauthier's inspiring story will spur on anyone who doubts just how much difference one young person can truly make."
"Bates's atmospheric watercolor and gouache paintings emphasizing black and muted red tones propel the scenes with varied, inventive compositions." * The Horn Book Review *
Awards
Commended for Sydney Taylor Book Award (Picture Book) 2024.
Book Information
ISBN 9781419750007
Author Elisa Boxer
Format Hardback
Page Count 48
Imprint Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publisher Abrams