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The Diary of Anne Frank: A Tale of Resilience and Hope (Part 2)

Anne Frank’s favorite spot was by the window, the real world only a pane of glass away. She loved observing the chestnut tree as it changed with the seasons – from blossoming to fruit-bearing, then shedding its leaves, and finally renewing its life cycle. These natural rhythms reflected Anne’s own yearning for life. She also ...

Mikel Davis

Statue of Anne Frank in front of the World War II museum in New Orleans.

‘The Diary of Anne Frank’: A Tale of Resilience and Hope (Part 1)

The name of the young girl is Anne Frank, an iconic figure in world literature and the author of the once-forbidden book, “The Diary of Anne Frank”. Born on June 12, 1929, Anne Frank came into the world in a wealthy Jewish family in Frankfurt, Germany. When Hitler rose to power in 1933, initiating a ...

Mikel Davis

A stamp from the Netherlands featuring an image of Anne Frank.

A Mother in Nazi Germany Shows Wisdom and Courage

Six-year-old Heinrich and David were best friends and neighbors during World War II. It was 1942 and Nazi Germany was determined in its efforts to wipe out the Jewish race, rounding up Jews and sending them to concentration camps by the trainload.  David’s family was Jewish and it wasn’t long before they were subjected to the same ...

Raven Montmorency

Two young boys wearing caps and jackets with a woman.

How the Creators of Curious George Escaped the Nazis

Some fictional characters become so popular and lovable that over time, their fame eclipses that of their creators! Take the case of the creators of Curious George, for example. The fun-loving primate character is a favorite with the kids. He made his entry into the world of fiction back in the 1940s when the world ...

Jack Roberts

Promotional poster with Curious George and his creators, H.A. and Margret Rey, for the documentary, "Monkey Business" which tells the story of the creators of Curious George.