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Violence
Some
Moderate; WWII violence and its aftermath, including the realities of post-war displacement
Language
None
No strong language
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
Mild; the children's determination and hope despite the weight of what they've experienced
What this book is about
Ian Serraillier's 1956 children's novel follows four children — Jan and the Balicki children — on a dangerous journey across post-war Europe to find their parents, who were taken by the Nazis. One of the most affecting WWII novels written for children, The Silver Sword handles its difficult subject with both honesty and hope.
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WWII setting with historical violence context
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