A high interest text with glossary, this graphic novel would be great for introducing second-language learners to WWII history. While it lacks the emotional punch and maturity of Maus, the genre's classic, some teachers may be more comfortable using this story which lacks the gore, nudity, and adult elements of Spiegelman's classic. This story could be taught to students as young as 7 or 8. Particularly helpful are the afterwords for each chapter that explain the historical situation in more detail.
