Erika's Story is one woman's account of the tragedy of the Holocaust. Erika is a survivor who recalls the difficult decisions her parents had to make and how those decisions have affected her life. Erika has a quiet hope and confidence which is sure to inspire readers. The exquisite illustrations of Roberto Innocenti are poignant and moving. The combination of words and pictures in this book speak not only to the reader's head but also to the heart. The foreign rights to Erika's Story have been sold in eleven countries.
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Ruth Vander Zee • author

Roberto Innocenti illustrator

Creative Editions, Mankato, Minnestoa
ISBN 1-56846-176-3

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Awarded "Best Foreign Picture Book of 2004" in Japan.
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Awarded English 4-11 Awards for the Best Children's Illustrated Books of 2004 in Great Britain.
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Awarded 2004 Award of Excellence for Book - Communication Arts
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ERIKA'S STORY has been voted the most successful non fiction title in the UKLA Children's Book Awards 2006. The UKLA Children's Book Awards are distinguished from other book awards by focusing on literacy. Thus the awards are not given solely on the basis of content but also on the means of expression.
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Emphasis on Reading, 2004-2005, Nominee, Grades 4-6, Alabama



Ruth with Roberto Innocenti in Florence.