Kathy Kacer Knihy

Spisovateľka a detská psychologička Kathy Kacer, ktorej rodičia pochádzajú z Československa, sa už dlhé roky zaoberá tvorbou knižiek pre deti s témou holokaustu. Vo svojej tvorbe poctivo dodržiava pevné etické hranice. Jej knihy sú teda vhodné aj pre najmenších čitateľov. Medzi prvými prinášame príbeh autorkinej vlastnej mamy v dvoch častiach. Z tajomstva príborníka sa dozvieme, ako sa Gabikin pokojný život plný lásky a istoty na rodinnom hospodárstve radikálne zmení po obsadení krajiny nacistami. Židovská komunita aj v ich malom prostredí postupne prežíva veľké zmeny. Trinásťročná Gabika s mamou sa rozhodnú neutiecť preč a čeliť osudu, no nakoniec sa mladé židovské dievča musí pri domovej prehliadke ukryť, aby prežilo. Skrýšu nájde v príborníku, ktorý dodnes, ako jediný kus z pôvodnej domoviny autorkinej mamy tróni v jej obývačke v Toronte.

Kniha, jež vznikla v Kanadě, vypráví o protektorátních Budějovicích. Přibližuje židovský humoristický samizdatový časopis Klepy, jímž židovská mládež čelila nacistickým represím.

Werner is a boy alone in the Auschwitz concentration camp and sharing his bunk with a gentle man Herr Levin. One night Werner is wakened by the sound of prison guards shouting at Herr Levin, Do your magic! Werner never expected to meet a magician in such a sad and frightening place.

Set during World War II, the story follows Gabi, her mother, and cousin Max as they hide in a secluded mountain village. Enduring the challenges of their cramped hiding space, Gabi and Max venture out for secret nighttime walks, leading to encounters with anti-Nazi partisans. Their experiences as scouts not only bolster their courage but also ignite a sense of hope amid the darkness of war. The narrative explores themes of resilience and the power of friendship in the face of adversity.

A middle-school musical and a violin reveal a hidden family secret in this poignant tale. The narrative explores themes of heritage and identity, drawing readers into a world where music intertwines with personal history. The story promises emotional depth and resonates with fans of impactful historical narratives, making it a compelling read for those interested in family dynamics and the power of art.

It is 1946, and the war is finally over. Margit's beloved father has returned to his family after being held in a concentration camp, and Margit is thrilled. Her family is trying hard to do well in their new home, but Toronto is very different from Czechoslovakia. Her highly educated father cannot find work in this new country, and Margit starts to fail at school, which she hides from her parents. How can she disappoint the family she loves after they have been through so much to make a good life for her in Canada? Welcome back to OUR CANADIAN GIRL, and the continuing adventures of Margit and many other smart, spirited, and courageous girls. They come from different places and times in Canadian history, and each of them meets some ordinary--and extraordinary--challenges in her day-to-day life.

"The second book in the middle grade series Heroes Quartet brings to light the little-known story of Marcel Marceau's heroic work for the French Resistance during WWII. Desperate to save her children from the Nazis, Henry and Helen's mother takes them to France to hide them in a convent disguised as orphans. During their stay at the convent, they experience visits from a local mime as the children's one source of joy, especially for Henry, whose traumatic experience has left him a selective mute. When an informer gives them up, the children are forced to flee yet again and the mime-a not yet famous Marcel Marceau-risks everything to save them."--

In 1938 many Jewish people were forced to leave their homes to escape the Nazis. Edith was one child who was entrusted to the care of a chidlren's home in Moissac, France with other Jewish children. This is her story.

Set in Budejovice during World War II, a group of courageous Jewish youths defies oppressive laws by creating a newspaper in a small shack. This act of creativity and resilience serves as a testament to their adventurous spirit amid adversity. Despite the tragic fate of many villagers, the newspaper survives, symbolizing hope and the desire for a peaceful future. The narrative explores themes of resistance, community, and the enduring power of expression in the face of danger.

Set during World War II, the story follows thirteen-year-old Clara and her family as they navigate life in Terezin, a ghetto designed to deceive the outside world about the treatment of Jews. As they face the harsh realities of imprisonment, Clara's resilience and courage are tested in a perilous environment. The narrative explores themes of survival, hope, and the impact of war on young lives, highlighting the stark contrast between the facade of the ghetto and the grim truth of their situation.