Books with title Who Was Anne Frank?

This is a story from the Famous People in History collection. Here are the stories of nine people whose energy, imagination, courage, and determination changed the world. From Christopher Columbus who set off into unknown seas in a small ship in the 15th century, to a young girl, Anne Frank, caught in the turmoil of the 20th, who wrote a remarkable diary while in hiding in Amsterdam during the Second World War. Their personalities and their achievements make them heroes and heroines for our time also. This program features short biographies of Christopher Columbus, Elizabeth I, William Shakespeare, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lord Nelson, Charles Darwin, Florence Nightingale, Abraham Lincoln, and Anne Frank.

In her amazing diary, Anne Frank revealed the challenges and dreams common for any young girl. But Hitler brought her childhood to an end and forced her and her family into hiding. Who Was Anne Frank? looks closely at Annes life before the secret annex, what life was like in hiding, and the legacy of her diary. Black-and-white illustrations including maps and diagrams provide historical and visual

For more than 70 years, the words of Anne Frank have inspired young people to believe that their voices have power. This essential guide to the life and writing of Anne Frank combines biographical details, primary source images, and accessible literary analysis to create an unforgettable reading experience. The engaging design features timelines and graphic organizers, which encourage readers to look at literature in a fresh way. As readers discover the historical context behind The Diary of a Young Girl and its impact on future generations, they deepen their understanding of the ways history, current events, and literature are connected.