"I am an ordinary person with an extraordinary past."
In this true and moving story, Alter Wiener, a teen Holocaust survivor of five Nazi prison camps during World War II, transports young readers back in time when an unexpected person demonstrated moral courage in repeated acts of kindness toward him. From nationally acclaimed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and award-winning illustrator Craig Orback,
Gifts from the Enemy
shows how acts of social justice and kindness can change lives. Parents and teachers will find this story a valuable and timely resource to help children understand in an age-appropriate way about the Holocaust and the dangers of hatred, stereotyping, and prejudice. The back matter includes a note from Holocaust survivor Alter Wiener to readers, discussion questions, activities to promote kindness, and more!
is based on
From a Name to a Number: A Holocaust Survivor's Autobiography
self-published by Alter Wiener in 2007.