Miriam's world is turning upside down. The German army has occupied Holland, and it is no longer safe for a young Jewish girl to stay in the city with her parents. To protect her, they must send her far away to the countryside to live with a family of strangers. Life on the farm is very different, and Miriam misses her parents terribly. But the kind family she stays with has prepared a special hiding place for her: a secret space hidden behind a sturdy wooden cupboard decorated with painted lilies. Whenever soldiers come near the farm, Miriam must quickly climb into the lily cupboard and stay absolutely silent. This sensitive and powerful story offers a gentle introduction to a dark period in history, highlighting the incredible bravery of ordinary people and the resilient spirit of a child caught in the shadows of war.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
33 Pages
