White Rose — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
"White Rose is a resonant testament to courage. In a time of horrific brutality, young people found a nonviolent way to resist. Told in the form of poetry, the story of their hopes is honored and brought back to life, still relevant today, when regimes that spread hatred are once again thriving, and words are our most powerful defensive weapon." - Margarita Engle, author of Newbery Honoree The Surrender Tree and 2017-2019 Young People's Poet Laureate.
"Both heart-wrenching and inspiring, Sophie Scholl's story, as retold by Kip Wilson in White Rose, is a stunning reminder to stand against evil, even when you stand alone. This is the kind of book that sticks in your heart long after you've finished. An incredible story of heroism incredibly told." - Mackenzi Lee, author of New York Times Bestseller The Gentleman's Guide to Vice & Virtue
"White Rose is a deftly plotted, absorbing read. A bold tribute to a brave hero of the German resistance during World War II. Wilson's debut is a triumph!"
--Melanie Crowder, author of National Jewish Book Award finalist Audacity
"A graceful, moving portrait of a heroic young woman's defiant refusal to remain complicit with Nazi oppression." - Julie Berry, Printz Honor author of The Passion of Dolssa
A gorgeous and timely novel based on the incredible story of Sophie Scholl, a young German college student who challenged the Nazi regime during World War II as part of The White Rose, a non-violent resistance group.
Disillusioned by the propaganda of Nazi Germany, Sophie Scholl, her brother, and his fellow soldiers formed the White Rose, a group that wrote and distributed anonymous letters criticizing the Nazi regime and calling for action from their fellow German citizens. The following year, Sophie and her brother were arrested for treason and interrogated for information about their collaborators. This debut novel recounts the lives of Sophie and her friends and highlights their brave stand against fascism in Nazi Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Is White Rose appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative is based on the true story of the White Rose resistance movement, which involved printing leaflets denouncing Nazi atrocities. It depicts the violent consequences faced by the group, including imprisonment and execution by guillotine. The book deals with themes of war and the horrors of the Nazi regime, which may be considered frightening for younger readers, particularly due to the depiction of death and violence.
Does White Rose have violence?
The narrative is based on the true story of the White Rose resistance movement, which involved printing leaflets denouncing Nazi atrocities. It depicts the violent consequences faced by the group, including imprisonment and execution by guillotine.
Does White Rose have scary content?
The book deals with themes of war and the horrors of the Nazi regime, which may be considered frightening for younger readers, particularly due to the depiction of death and violence.
Does White Rose have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the book's narrative.
Does White Rose have racial/cultural content?
The narrative focuses on the White Rose resistance movement against the Nazi regime without explicit discussions of race or racism as central themes.
Does White Rose have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the search results related to the book's content.
Does White Rose have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions are present in the book's narrative.
Does White Rose have sexual identity?
A sexual relationship between Sophie and Fritz is alluded to in the narrative, though it is not described in detail.
Does White Rose have gender roles?
The story explores the role of women in the resistance movement, particularly through the character of Sophie Scholl, who initially faced exclusion from the group due to her gender, highlighting traditional gender expectations.
Does White Rose have lgbtq+ themes?
The book includes a discussion around the character Hans Scholl, suggesting he may have been bisexual, although this is presented without definitive proof. This aspect has led to some contention regarding its inclusion in the narrative.
