The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
by Peter Sís
Caldecott Honoree (2008)
When introducing a complicated or sophisticated topic to children, a well-written picture book can do wonders. A book’s non-threatening language coupled with fascinating illustrations can often help a child understand a concept that may be hard for us, as adults, to explain. Case in point: Life behind the Iron Curtain by Peter Sis. This Caldecott honoree tells the story of young Peter and his life in Communist Hungary in the 60s. The book was honored in 2008 for its beautiful, emotional, and highly symbolic artwork. In addition to its powerful story, the vocabulary used provides the right amount of challenge for a 5th or 6th grader without being frustrating. The story can be hard to follow at times, and this is definitely not for younger children but upper Elementary level students, especially those interested in History, will be fascinated. More Information about the Author
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