Behind the Bookcase
Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place
Anne Frank’s diary is a gift to the world because of Miep Gies.
One of the protectors of the Frank family, Miep recovered the diary after the family was discovered by Nazis, and then returned it to Otto Frank after World War II. Displaced from her own home as a child during World War I, Miep had great empathy for Anne, and she found ways—like talking about Hollywood gossip and fashion trends—to engage her. The story of their relationship—and the impending danger to the family in hiding—unfolds in this unique perspective of Anne Frank’s widely known story.
“A historically accurate but relatively gentle introduction to the Holocaust for elementary-age readers.”—Miriam Aronin, Booklist
“Author and illustrator do not deny Miep Gies’s extraordinary heroism but frame it as a natural response to the events of her life and the depth of her emotional involvement in her Jewish compatriots’ tragedy.”—Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council
“A solid, additional title that can serve as an introduction to Holocaust literature.”—Kathleen Isaacs, School Library Journal
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| Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 5 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Nonfiction, Social Studies |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Narrative Nonfiction, Diverse Books: Social Justice, Diversity, SEL: C Social Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2020 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Imprint | Kar-Ben Publishing ® |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 40 |
| Publication Date | 2020-09-01 |
Reviews
Midwest Book Review
“The story of their relationship (and the impending danger to the family in hiding) unfolds in this unique perspective of Anne Frank’s widely known story.” — James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review
Jewish Book Council
“Author and illustrator do not deny Miep Gies’s extraordinary heroism but frame it as a natural response to the events of her life and the depth of her emotional involvement in her Jewish compatriots’ tragedy.” — Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council
AJL Newsletter
“The illustration sometimes complements the text with greater nuance, often using a muted palette vis-à-vis the red of the Nazi flags. This book about Miep Gies joins those about Irena Sendler and Janusz Korczak in helping youngsters understand the acts of rescuers and their difficult decisions.” — Barbara Krasner, former member, Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee, Somerset, NJ, AJL
School Library Journal
“A solid, additional title that can serve as an introduction to Holocaust literature.” – Kathleen Isaacs, Children’s Literature Specialist, Pasadena, MD
Publishers Weekly
Best suited for those already familiar with Frank’s story; includes an author’s note, bibliography, and further reading." — Publishers Weekly
Booklist
“A historically accurate but relatively gentle introduction to the Holocaust for elementary-age readers.” — Miriam Aronin, Booklist
Kirkus Reviews
“The book focuses in particular on Miep Gies, the gentile woman who helped them and then found the diary, and some of the details about her childhood are startling.” — Kirkus Reviews
Author: Barbara Lowell
Barbara Lowell is the author of several books for children, including Sparky & Spike: Charles Schulz and the Wildest, Smartest Dog Ever. Barbara lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Illustrator: Valentina Toro
Valentina Toro is a graphic designer and children’s book illustrator, with an MA in Creative Writing. Valentina has written several children’s books in Colombia and has worked with authors from all over the world. She lives in Colombia.