"Hana's Suitcase on Stage" by Emil Sher is a poignant adaptation based on the true story of Hana Brady, a young Jewish girl who lived in Czechoslovakia during World War II. The narrative intertwines Hana's life with the journey of a young girl named George, who learns about Hana's tragic fate through her suitcase, which has been preserved as a historical artifact. As George unravels Hana's story, themes of memory, loss, and resilience emerge, emphasizing the importance of understanding history and honoring those who lived through it. The play serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of the Holocaust on individuals and families. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 4th grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 171 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by Second Story Press .

Karen Levine has won many awards for her work in radio, including two presigious Peabody Awards (Canada) - one for the documentary Children of the Holocaust. This book is based on Karen's CBC radio documentary, also called Hana's Suitcase, which appeared on The Sunday Edition (Canada)and which won the gold medal at the New York International Radio Festival. Emil Sher writes prose and plays for the young and the once-were-young. Currently he is working on a picture book and a Key Stage 3 novel. Cindy Revell is a Governor General's Award-nominated children's book illustrator and a contemporary still-life oil painter. Her paintings can be found in public and private collections in Canada and the U. S. She lives in Sherwood Park, Alberta.