{"product_id":"crystal-beads-lalka-s-journey-book-pat-black-gould-9781955119214","title":"The Crystal Beads, Lalka's Journey","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful and heartwarming story of courage, identity, and faith during the Holocaust--told through the eyes of a child.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Crystal Beads: Lalka's Journey is an award-winning historical picture book based on true events that took place in Nazi-occupied Poland. When a young Jewish girl named Lalka is sent away by her mother to live in a Catholic orphanage, she clings to two items: a delicate rosary and a small crystal-bead bracelet--symbols of the identities she must carry in a world of fear and persecution.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs Lalka navigates the confusion and heartbreak of hiding who she truly is, her story becomes a tender, age-appropriate introduction to the Holocaust for children, families, and classrooms. Through exquisite illustrations and emotionally resonant text, this book invites young readers to explore important themes of sacrifice, resilience, compassion, and the power of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eChildren ages 7+ learning about the Holocaust and World War II\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassrooms, libraries, and parents seeking stories that build empathy and spark discussion\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eEducators teaching about religious tolerance, cultural identity, and moral courage\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBonus Materials Included:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscussion guides for families and educators\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivities for reflection and classroom learning\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eA message of hope that encourages young readers to stand up for what is right\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognized for excellence in children's literature, The Crystal Beads: Lalka's Journey has received multiple prestigious awards:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e2023 Royal Palm Literary Award - Gold Medal, Children's Picture Book\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e2023 Literary Titan Gold Book Award\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e2023 Illumination Book Award - Gold Medal, Enduring Light (Christian Children's Book)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e2023 Purple Dragonfly Book Award - First Place, Historical Fiction \u0026amp; Cultural Diversity\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e2023 Readers' Favorite Book Award - Gold Medal, Children's Social Issues\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA moving, unforgettable story that honors the lives of those affected by the Holocaust and inspires young readers to lead with love and courage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"- \/ - \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":53180798501137,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":53180798861585,"sku":"CIN195511921XVG","price":7.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781955119214.jpg?v=1772219991","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/products\/crystal-beads-lalka-s-journey-book-pat-black-gould-9781955119214","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}