Awards and Honors2016 Winner, Notable Books for a Global Society
2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, K–2
ILA Teachers’ Choices, 2016 Reading List
In a story based on real events, a World War II veteran recalls a little girl he befriended while fighting in the Philippines, and how their incredible bond affected their lives. Author’s note. Epilogue. Full-color illustrations rendered in pencils and acetone markers.
Topics Soldiers. Kindness. World War II (1939-1945). The Philippines. Japanese occupation of the Philippines, 1942-1945.
SRC Level 3.500000
SRC Points 2.000000
Lexile AD670L
Trim Size 9" x 11"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2015-08-24
JLG Release Date Jan 2016
Minimum grade 1
Maximum grade 4
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
Independent Readers (Grades 1-4)
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Independent Readers (Grades 1-4)
For Grades 1-4
Children who can read on their own will love this category. The 12 books per year you get in this category range from picture books to early chapter books. Many of these compelling fiction and nonfiction titles feature large print and eye-catching artwork.