{"title":"Kathy Kacer","description":"\u003cp\u003eKathy Kacer is a well-respected author known for her compelling children's books that tackle important historical themes with sensitivity and insight. Her works often delve into stories from the Holocaust, offering young readers an opportunity to learn about this poignant chapter in history through the eyes of relatable characters. Kacer has a remarkable ability to present challenging topics in a way that is both accessible and engaging for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable books are \u003cem\u003eCall Across the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eLouder Than Words\u003c\/em\u003e. These stories transport readers to different times and places, offering unique perspectives and encouraging empathy and understanding. Kacer's narratives not only entertain but also educate, fostering a deeper awareness of history and its enduring impact on the present and future. Her books are perfect for young readers who are eager to explore stories with depth and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Kathy Kacer's collection to introduce young readers to well-crafted stories that combine historical accuracy with the power of storytelling. Each book is an opportunity for children to connect with history in a meaningful way, making Kathy Kacer's works a valuable addition to any young reader’s bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"call-across-the-sea-by-kathy-kacer-9781773214795","title":"Call Across the Sea","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge range 9 to 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory is made one brave act at a time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHenny has grown up with her father's boat, the Gerda III, as a home away from home. She loves sailing the waters between Denmark and Sweden, carried along by the salt breeze. But when Nazi rule tightens in Copenhagen, Henny joins the resistance. And when Hitler orders the Gestapo to round up all Jewish citizens, Henny realises that the Gerda III isn't just a boat - it's a means of escape for her Jewish neighbours. Safety and freedom are just across the channel in Sweden - as long as Henny doesn't get caught.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fourth book in Kathy Kacer's \u003cem\u003eHeroes Quartet\u003c\/em\u003e series, \u003cem\u003eCall Across the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e brings to life a little-known part of World War II and highlights the unsung acts of heroism that moved history forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46803796394220,"sku":"9781773214795","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9105943482819.jpg?v=1757410705"},{"product_id":"louder-than-words-by-kathy-kacer-9781773213545","title":"Louder Than Words","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge range 9 to 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeroic actions speak volumes in a powerful middle grade novel based on real WWII events. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLife is not easy for Jewish people in the midst of the Second World War, and for twelve-year-old Dina and her sisters, it gets even harder when their father dies. Their mother must go back to work and, despite many objections, the family adjusts to the arrival of their new housekeeper, Nina, who is not Jewish. However, Nina's role changes dramatically when the Nazis invade their small Ukrainian town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNina sacrifices her own safety to make sure the children she has come to love are kept from the clutches of the Nazis, and Dina comes to depend on her in a way she never imagined she would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe third novel in Kathy Kacer's acclaimed Heroes Quartet series, \u003cem\u003eLouder Than Words\u003c\/em\u003e is based on the true story of one woman's incredible heroism in the most dangerous of circumstances. It is another affecting testament to the unsung heroes of World War II who, at great personal risk, saved the lives of strangers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46995685769452,"sku":"9781773213545","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9093443482819.jpg?v=1763117882"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kathy-kacer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}