A Literature Kit for Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
by Nat Reed
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A Literature Kit. A story of a ten-year-old girl, her family, and their courageous journey to save the lives of their Jewish friends! During the darkest days of World War II living in Copenhagen, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen is caught up in these unfolding historical events when she learns that the life of her best friend, Ellen Rosen, is in danger. The Rosens go into hiding and Annemaries parents volunteer to take Ellen into their home until the voyage to the safe country of Sweden can be ar
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This literature guide provides essential tools for students navigating Lois Lowry's powerful historical novel about friendship and courage during the Holocaust. The kit offers structured activities that help readers understand the complex historical context of Nazi-occupied Denmark while analyzing Annemarie's journey from innocence to bravery. Through targeted reading comprehension questions and vocabulary builders, it transforms a compelling story into a meaningful educational experience that connects personal narratives to broader historical events.
What makes this resource particularly valuable is how it balances emotional engagement with academic rigor, encouraging readers to think critically about themes of resistance, sacrifice, and moral choices. Middle school classrooms and homeschool settings will find the discussion prompts and extension activities especially effective for helping young readers process difficult historical content while developing their analytical skills. This comprehensive approach ensures Lowry's timeless story resonates deeply while building crucial literacy competencies.
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