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Terrible Things: An Allegory of the Holocaust Paperback – September 1, 1989

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The animals in the clearing were content until the Terrible Things came, capturing all creatures with feathers.

Little Rabbit wondered what was wrong with feathers, but his fellow animals silenced him. “Just mind your own business, Little Rabbit. We don’t want them to get mad at us.”

A recommended text in Holocaust education programs across the United States, this unique introduction to the Holocaust encourages young children to stand up for what they think is right, without waiting for others to join them. 
 

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    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
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    1 - 3
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    7 x 0.25 x 9.25 inches
  6. Publisher
    JEWISH PUBLICATON SOCIETY
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    September 1, 1989
  8. ISBN-10
    0827605072
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0827605077
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“This is an excellent book for sensitizing young people of any denomination to recognize injustice.”—Church & Synagogue Libraries

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ JEWISH PUBLICATON SOCIETY; Revised edition (September 1, 1989)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0827605072
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0827605077
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 13 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.25 x 9.25 inches
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    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 329 ratings

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Amelia Barnes
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent text for teaching children about social responsibility
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2017
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This book is based on the premise that the Holocaust would not have happened had the civilians of Germany objected to their neighbors being harmed. This is then framed as an allegory with woodland animals who are being taken away one group at a time by the "Terrible Things." The story's ending is not happy and saccharine, but instead sad and foreboding--which seems appropriate for the subject matter. The book presents a difficult topic in a way that conveys the seriousness of it without making it too scary.

As a high school teacher, I use this book in conjunction with the "First They Came for the Socialists" text to demonstrate how an author can adapt a message for different audiences. My high school students enjoy the book for this activity.

The illustrations are beautiful and convey the seriousness of the topic as well.
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Mama of Three
5.0 out of 5 stars A Useful & Powerful Book to Introduce Children/ Teens to the Holocaust
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2022
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I used this book to introduce my high school students to the atrocities of the holocaust and to preface them for Elie Wiesel's very important memoir, Night. So many important discussions came from just a simple children's book, and my older students shared how a book like this can be a safe starting point for children.
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Katheryn
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Introduction to Holocaust
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2017
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I teach 4th grade. This year I decided to do Number the Stars. It is a simple book that deals with the horrors of Nazi persecution. Since my students have no prior knowledge of the Holocaust, I wanted to find a picture book that dealt with the issues in a profound yet accessible way. This book surpassed my expectations. I kids really respond to it (I do it as a read aloud), and it spurs great discussion. I highly recommend this book to any teacher who is teaches about Nazi Germany. As Little Rabbit says, "Hopefully someone will listen." so that it never happens again.
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jenpar
5.0 out of 5 stars NOT a children's book.
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2009
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There was a reviewer who was a bit critical of this book, stating that it was not an appropriate read for young children. S/he was ABSOLUTELY correct: allegories are for older children (middle school-high school) and adults. I was dismayed that s/he gave it such a low rating due to this, though, instead of rating the book itself.

This book is a GREAT way to introduce the concept of allegories to your older children or students. I'm a high school teacher (I teach 9th-12th) and have used it with my freshmen to my seniors. Not only that, but it's a great introduction to discuss prejudice (and how forming prejudiced ideas can lead to bigger things such as genocide), a Holocaust unit, etc.

I highly recommend this book for older students and adults. Very sobering, but it will lead to making great connections and discussion.
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D. R. B.
5.0 out of 5 stars People only understand it's important when they are shown how important it is..
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2017
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I have had this book for around 8-10 years. When I would have someone new over and show them some of my intriguing items, this was often a book I would show. People would act like I was weird for being an adult, and having a "children's book" regarding the Holocaust of all things. I would explain that hatred in the world is all too alive and real, and how we need to be much more supportive of positivity, loving each other, and promoting what's good and teaching why what's bad is bad (negativity). A lot of "skin deep" people still found it weird, a lot of open-minded people thought it was great that such a book existed.

Currently, a few days ago, there was a current event that dealt with extreme hatered, racism, etc... nobody is wondering why I have the book and show it to people now. They get it, they finally realized the sad reality of the things that we keep lurking in the shadows...
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Mrs. G
5.0 out of 5 stars A great learning tool, a great teaching tool, as well.
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2006
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Eve Bunting's terrible things is an allegory for bystanders. It helps children of all ages realize that they have a voice and that they should use that voice. This book is extremely helpful to use in lessons in character building, tolerance, and finally, the Holocaust.

I have used this book to have the children act out the different parts (animals) as a lesson, and I have also used it as a tool for children's literacy. I am a high school teacher, and I use it every year in sociology.

It is very well-written, well illustrated, and beautifully put together. I give it my highest rating and recommend it for "children" of all ages.
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Jyn P
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Holocaust book
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2014
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I'm always a little shy when it comes to the Holocaust and my students. I want to make sure I treat it with the respect it deserves, but also make sure I'm not overexposing my students. This is a great book that teaches about us all working together to protect everyone no matter what animal/shape/form. This book does not have to be to teach Holocaust, but could be about working together to protect bullying and many other lessons. Great addition to your library.
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BJG
5.0 out of 5 stars Bought for myself and I'm in my 80s !
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2022
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Retired teacher and just wanted to see what teachers use to teach about the Holocaust.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 9, 2015
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