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White Bird

written and illustrated by R. J. Palacio

Ages: 9+

Published: 2019

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf BFYR/Random House/PRH

ISBN: 978-0-525-64553-5

Keywords: Graphic format, Holocaust, Nazis, France

French girl Sara, separated from her parents, is hidden from the Nazis by classmate Julien, a polio victim, and his parents. Digital art. Back matter and biographical information.