Roller-Coaster Grandma: The Amazing Story of Dr. Ruth (Paperback)

Paperback. "The art is wonderful, and the language is entertaining and captivating." Association of Jewish LibrariesThis graphic novel for ages 8-12 depicts the ups and downs of Dr. Ruth's life from her escape from the Nazis at age 10 aboard a Kindertransport, to her training as a sniper with the Hagganah in Israel, through her immigration to the US where she started as a maid, became a college professor, and eventually a television star. Using a trip to an amusement park with her grandchildren as its framework, the story subtly demonstrates lessons of grit, resilience, and strength that readers can apply to their own lives. "The flashbacks in this book are all based on real events. The amusement park story is fictional"--Copyright page. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.