Anne Frank

School Library Journal

Gr 3-6-- Brown begins this easy-to-read biography with a brief but interesting explanation of why this child's life and private thoughts are of interest to today's youngsters. The information that follows is accurate and is presented in a lively, straightforward manner. Anne Frank is described as a high-spirited young girl who talked too much in class and who giggled at boys at age 11. She is very much a real person with endearing and sometimes mischievous character traits. Her story is anchored firmly in the events of the time, both in Germany and the Netherlands; there is enough historical information presented to provide readers with a sense of time and place. Approximately half of the book describes the Franks' experiences in hiding and includes details of daily routines and cramped living conditions. Vintage black-and-white and sepia photographs also provide a good historical backdrop. --Susan Kaminow, Arlington County Public Library, VA