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Let the Celebrations Begin!

by Margaret Wild

Paperback, pages

Published by Orchard Books (NY) (1996-03)

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Amazon Description

Miriam is 12 years old. She lives in hut 18, bed 22, in the Belsen concentration camp. She has almost nothing: no food and no toys. As World War II nears its end, Miriam and the women in the camp plan a very special party for the children. They are making toys - incredible toys out of scraps and rags. For when the soldiers come and the war is over, they will celebrate their freedom

One Potato Review

On the making of toys in a concentration camp. Clearly directed toward readers with some prior historical familiarity. Kindness and generosity in even the worst of all possible surroundings. For the risks this story takes - hallelujah.

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