Words matter : the story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, and the White Rose Resistance / words by Anita Fitch Pazner ; art by Sophie Casson.
"Words are powerful. Words spread truth. Words turn to action. Words matter in this lyrical account of the White Rose Resistance. The White Rose Resistance was the German student movement that used the power of the written word to speak out against the Nazis during World War II. They worked in secret to distribute leaflets condemning the government's actions at a time when doing so meant putting your life at risk. The story follows siblings Hans and Sophie Scholl, who were instrumental members of the resistance. Words Matter transports readers through the world the siblings inhabited, from their idyllic childhood to becoming leaders in the Hitler Youth groups; the Nuremberg Rally; witnessing the arrests and murders of innocent people; and finally emerging as leaders of the White Rose Resistance -- while still believing in the goodness that lived in the hearts of the German people. Written in verse and strikingly illustrated for middle-grade readers, Words Matter brings to life an unforgettable true story of nonviolent resistance. Hans and Sophie's story demonstrates the enduring power of words, especially in times of propaganda and fear. Includes a historical note."--Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781773069708
- ISBN: 1773069705
- Physical Description: 72 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Toronto ; Groundwood Books : 2025.
- Copyright: ©2025
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliography (page 70) and historical notes.
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- Scholl, Hans, 1918-1943 > Juvenile fiction.
Scholl, Sophie, 1921-1943 > Juvenile fiction.
Weisse Rose (Resistance group) > Juvenile fiction.
World War, 1939-1945 > Underground movements > Juvenile fiction.
Anti-Nazi movement > Germany > Juvenile fiction.
College students > Political activity > Germany > 20th century > Juvenile fiction.
Nonviolence > Germany > 20th century > Juvenile fiction. - Genre:
- Novels in verse.
Biographical fiction.
Historical fiction.
Available copies
- 7 of 8 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 8 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | JUV FIC FITCH PAZNER (Text) | 36015000774006 | Juvenile Fiction | Available | - |
