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Number the Stars Review
User Submitted Number the Stars ReviewsNovember 23, 2008 11 year old enjoyed it My daughter really enjoyed this book. From her description it seems to combine a compelling story with historical accuracy and give a description of how the Nazi occupation affected families, particularly children. November 23, 2008 The greatest book ever about the Holocaust This book is about courage and being faithful to your friend when times are bad. The main character, Anne Marie is very brave to help her friend and her friend's family survive. Erica and Tak (age 8 and 10) October 23, 2008 STILL my favorite book of all time! I remember having to read this book in my sixth grade class and since that time I have re-read it again and again. Lois Lowry paints an amazingly beautiful and accurate tale of bravery and friendship during the Nazi occupation of Denmark in World War II. The imagery and character interactions in this book made it really come to life for me. I recommend this book to people of any age. More than a decade since I first read it, it is still my favorite book of all time! September 4, 2008 Wonderful book Every few years I read this book over and love it every time. It is a great book to introduce kids to the plight of the Jews and non-Jews of German-occupied countries during WWII. My 10 year old read it and loved it too and it brought up a lot of questions. Highly recommended. July 2, 2008 A Holocaust tale appropriate for younger readers 10-year-old Annemarie Johannesen narrates this story (based on real events) set in Denmark during WWII. The Danish resistance arranged to transport many Jews to safety in Sweden after they found out that Jews were being sent to concentration camps by the Nazis. Annemarie is not Jewish, but her best friend, Ellen, is. Annemarie's family helps smuggle Ellen and her parents, along with several other Jewish families, out of the country. Lowry manages to give the reader a sense of the horror of the Holocaust without going into graphic detail. June 20, 2008 The Run Away Struggling through the ravages of World War II, Annemarie, her family, and her best friend Ellen wait in hiding until the Nazis retreat and let Denmark free once more. This wonderful story "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, is about friendship, tragedy, and, love. It also integrates a lot of useful life lessons, such as: being brave and deciding what to do wisely. This story really captured my attention because it made me inquire as I read along. It also gave me a perfect image of what Denmark was like during the Nazi invasion. I recommend this story to children in the fourth grade or higher because it has strong vocabulary words that are worth learning. By Teddy (soon to be in grade 5) June 19, 2008 Hitler I recommend this book for readers who like mystery books about actual life.When I read this book I got so attachted to it. If you read this book too you would be attached to this book just like me. June 2, 2008 Sruthie's Book Review This was a fantastic book. The characters, especially Ellen and AnneMarie, are very brave and have a strong friendship. The plot is really exciting, because you never know if the characters will make it safely. I recommend this book because you learn a lot about history and what Jewish people had to go through when the Nazis were in Denmark. The ending was good too, but I won't give that away! May 11, 2008 Number The Stars "Hold still," Annemarie commanded. "This will hurt." She grabbed the little gold chain[a Jewish star and a symbol of loyalty to her religion], yanked with all her strength, and broke it. As the door opened and light flooded the bedroom, she crumpled it into her hand and closed her fingers tightly. Terrified, both girls looked up at the three Nazi officers who entered the room." From start to finish, author Lois Lowry, will entrance you in her Newberry Award winning novel Number The Stars. This 140 page book is difficult to put down as you will become entwined in the lives of two young girls, bound by friendship and a kinship, which even the Nazis find difficult to penetrate. Published in Boston, Massachusetts by the Houghton Mifflin Company in 1989, Number The Stars is yet another Newberry winning novel by Lowry. Devastating and heart wrenching, this book will bring you to tears and will dry your eyes with the power of the individual against society. Such, conflict lies at the foundation and heart of Number The Stars. Growing up together Ellen Rosen and Annemarie Johansen paid little attention to their physical differences and religious affiliations. At ten years old they were more interested in their dolls and sleepovers. One afternoon on the way home from school, the girls have their first encounter with a Nazi Officer. Shaken, the girls return home to the duplex where they reside, though the presence of the Nazis seemed to follow them home. Do you know about the devastating effects of The Holocaust? Many people in our society know very little about this historical event, led by Adolf Hitler and his Nazi party, which shook Western Europe in the mid 1900s, and was the cause of death for over 11 million innocent civilians. Lois Lowry's Number The Stars allows you to step into the lives of two families, the Rosens and the Johansens, during the occupation of Denmark in 1943 by the Nazi regime. One Catholic and one Jewish, these families come together in their attempts to survive. Set in Copenhagen, Lowry captures the essence of The Holocausts and its effects on Danish citizens. Though this book focuses on the atrocities of The Holocaust, and according to the Fry Readability Scale is at a 9th grade reading level, Number The Stars could certainly be read independently by adolescents in grades 6 and up, with little difficulty. Doing some prior research on The Holocaust may help you understand the context more fully, but the story line in easily followed by readers in the aforementioned grade ranges. Through the eyes of these 10 year old girls you are navigated through the Nazi occupation, of once neutral, Denmark, and the Danish Resistance's efforts to save its entire 7000 person Jewish population and bring them to Sweden. Though realistic fiction, Lowry brings you into a world of heart breaking facts, unthinkable tragedies and a story, which can be said to be non-fiction for many during this period in history. Lowry presents an astounding account through the lens and interpretations of Ellen and Annemarie. It is a quick and heart felt read. It is a book which will leave you thinking about the effects of war and destruction on entire countries and its citizens. May 10, 2008 Number the Stars: Engaging and Relevant Title: Number the Stars Publisher: Laurel-Leaf Author: Lois Lowry Date: 1989 Reading Level: 4.9 Pages: 137 Genre: Historical Fiction Number the Stars is the story of a young girl growing up in Denmark at the onset of World War II. The story follows the protagonist, Annemarie, through the Nazi occupation of Denmark and chronicle the effect the occupation had on her family and close friends. The story opens as the Nazis begin thier "relocation" of Jews in Copenhagen. Annemarie's best friend, Ellen, is Jewish, so Annemarie and her family must do what's in their power to help their dear friends. With the help of those involved in the Danish resistence movement, Annemarie's family takes Ellen and her family to the seaside fishing village, Gilleleje, in an effort to get them safely to the neutral shores of Sweden. Annemarie's is a story of courage in the face of fear, and the book addresses what it means to be truly brave. This is an engaging and touching story, especially suitable for middle level readers, but enjoyable for people of all ages. The one drawback is that while World War II and the Holocaust comprise the backdrop for the novel, very little time is spent addressing the actual history of this time period. Much background information needs to be given to young readers beginning this book. Annemarie's family faces much tragedy at the hands of the Nazis, but the truly gruesome and horrific nature of the Holocaust is never addressed. In order for young readers to truly understand the significance of this story, the missing information must be provided. Despite that, Number the Stars is an excellent story and an engaging read. The story is filled with secrets and surprises that will keep readers turning pages. The relationships and themes are relevant for young readers, as it explores the meanings of courage and friendship. The friendship between Annemarie and Ellen is one that readers will easily identify with. This book has been a favorite of mine since elementary school and continues to be a book I love revisiting. For more Number the Stars reviews click here.
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