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Fania's Heart Hardcover – Picture Book, March 13, 2018

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Ten-year-old Sorale discovers a tiny heart-shaped book among her mother’s belongings. Its pages are shaped like four-petaled flowers, upon which are written words in languages Sorale does not understand. Who wrote these words? Where did the heart come from? And why has her mother never mentioned this tiny book before?

Fania’s Heart
reveals the true story of the crafting of this heart-shaped birthday card, against all odds, within the confines of Auschwitz, and of the women of immeasurable resilience, courage, and loyalty who risked their lives to create this gift for Sorale’s mother, their friend.
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Gr 2–4—The discovery of an ingeniously designed little book prompts Fania to describe her experiences as a prisoner in Auschwitz to her young daughter, Sorale. The book, which is shaped like a heart and fits into the palm of Sorale's hand, was created by Fania's fellow inmates as a gift for her 20th birthday. Based on the true story of a young Jewish woman from Poland who eventually settled in Toronto, this is a tale of resourcefulness and community among people who have been torn from their homes and have little in the way of resources. The narrative focuses primarily on the conditions at Auschwitz rather than on the creation of the intriguing heart-shaped book. The layout, which frequently includes long stretches of text on a peach colored background, is likely to impede children's engagement with the material. Explanations of the Holocaust and descriptions of conditions in Auschwitz are age appropriate but do not add anything unavailable in other titles on this subject for this age group. Rudnicki's artwork, frequently rendered in muted shades of salmon and grey-blues, complement the tone of the story, but are unlikely to draw in additional readers. Fania's heart-shaped book is now housed at the Montreal Holocaust Museum and inspired Carl LeBlanc's 2010 documentary, The Heart of Auschwitz. Back matter includes an author's note and photographs of Fania, Sorale, and Fania's book. VERDICT An additional purchase, perhaps of special interest to those with access to the Montreal Holocaust Museum.—Judy Poyer, Anne Arundel County Public Library, MD

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"Fania’s Heart is a simply told nonfiction account, effectively delivered to teach children that people can have hope, even in the most dire circumstances.... The history of these terrible events is a lot to absorb, but it’s an important story that echoes today in the experiences of many of the refugee children who have arrived in Canada from war torn countries.... Fania’s Heart joins the list of valuable biographies that should be found in school and classroom libraries everywhere. Highly recommended."

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"The inspiring story, which takes place in one of the most demeaning of settings, shows that even the powerless can provide hope and warmth to one other."

Jewish Book Council

"The true story of Fania Landau Fainer, a Polish Jew who was imprisoned in Auschwitz, is compelling from the start.... readers find inspiration in the ways that kindness can exist even in the bleakest places."

Association of Jewish Libraries

"Fania's Heart is written in large print for easy reading, and every page contains poignant illustrations that capture the plight of Fania during her time in Auschwitz."

The Canadian Jewish News

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Second Story Press (March 13, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1772600571
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1772600575
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 740L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.38 x 11 inches
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
    Ten-year-old Sorale discovers a tiny heart-shaped book among her mother's belongings. Its pages are shaped like four-petaled flowers, upon which are written words in languages Sorale does not understand. Who wrote these words? Where did the heart come from? Why has her mother never mentioned this tiny book before?

    A beautiful story told with love, empathy and heartbreak and I could see it being made into a movie.