Picture books can be an excellent way to discuss difficult topics, such as the Holocaust, with children. Older children and teens can embrace more difficult topics while engaging in this difficult, yet important conversation.
The following bibliography was compiled to guide parents, educators, and young readers to children’s books about the Holocaust and related subjects that are in the Library’s collection. It is not meant to be exhaustive. Annotations provide a brief description of the story or topic of each book. Call numbers for the Museum’s Library are given in parentheses following each citation. Those unable to visit might be able to find these works in a nearby public library or acquire them through interlibrary loan. Follow the “Find in a library near you” link in each citation and enter your zip code at the Open WorldCat search screen. The results of that search indicate all libraries in your area that own that particular title. Talk to your local librarian for assistance.
An article from Psychology Today from Dona Matthews, Ph.D., who is a developmental psychologist and the author of four books about children, adolescents and education.