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Making Bombs for Hitler — Content Guide for Parents

By Marsha Forchuk SkrypuchScholastic, Incorporated2019-01-29ISBN 9781338312836240 pages
Making Bombs for Hitler

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Scary content
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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

For readers who were enthralled by Alan Gratz's Prisoner B-3087 comes a gripping novel about a lesser-known part of WWII.

Lida thought she was safe. Her neighbors wearing the yellow star were all taken away, but Lida is not Jewish. She will be fine, won't she?But she cannot escape the horrors of World War II.Lida's parents are ripped away from her and she is separated from her beloved sister, Larissa. The Nazis take Lida to a brutal work camp, where she and other Ukrainian children are forced into backbreaking labor. Starving and terrified, Lida bonds with her fellow prisoners, but none of them know if they'll live to see tomorrow.When Lida and her friends are assigned to make bombs for the German army, Lida cannot stand the thought of helping the enemy. Then she has an idea. What if she sabotaged the bombs... and the Nazis? Can she do so without getting caught?And if she's freed, will she ever find her sister again?This pulse-pounding novel of survival, courage, and hope shows us a lesser-known piece of history -- and is sure to keep readers captivated until the last page.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Making Bombs for Hitler appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book depicts violence through the experiences of Lida, a Ukrainian child who is captured and subjected to abuse and forced labor in a Nazi camp. She faces starvation, abuse, and the harsh realities of war, which are integral to the narrative. The book contains elements that may be frightening for younger readers, including the themes of war, captivity, and the harsh realities faced by children in a labor camp. The fear of starvation and the uncertainty of survival are significant aspects of the story.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have violence?

    The book depicts violence through the experiences of Lida, a Ukrainian child who is captured and subjected to abuse and forced labor in a Nazi camp. She faces starvation, abuse, and the harsh realities of war, which are integral to the narrative.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have scary content?

    The book contains elements that may be frightening for younger readers, including the themes of war, captivity, and the harsh realities faced by children in a labor camp. The fear of starvation and the uncertainty of survival are significant aspects of the story.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book itself. The narrative centers around the experiences of a Ukrainian girl during WWII without reference to specific religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have racial/cultural content?

    The book addresses the experiences of Ukrainian children during WWII, focusing on their abduction and forced labor by the Nazis. It highlights the plight of non-Jewish youths, particularly Ukrainians, within the context of racial and ethnic persecution during the war.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the book. The language used is appropriate for the target age group, focusing on the narrative of a child's survival during WWII.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the book. The narrative is centered on historical events during WWII and the impact on children.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The story focuses on the historical context of war and the experiences of children without any sexual themes.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have gender roles?

    The book does not explicitly discuss or promote traditional gender roles or modern feminism. It focuses on the survival and resilience of a young girl in a war context without a significant emphasis on gender dynamics.

  • Does Making Bombs for Hitler have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The focus is on the historical experiences of children during World War II, specifically those affected by the Nazis.