Scan barcode
A review by calistareads
Oskar and the Eight Blessings by Tanya Simon, Richard Simon
5.0
HOPE! This little amazing book is about hope and keeping hope alive when life is scary. Powerful, the writing and story are very powerful.
Oskar was put on a ship by himself during Kristallnacht and sent to NYC to find his Aunt Ester. He had to walk up Broadway by himself to 103rd street. He is tired and scared and he meets wonderful people along the way. This is like Mister Rogers mother's saying. In any disaster look for the helpers, they are always there.
It is Christmas Eve and always the 7th day of Hanukkah. He wants to get home before the Shamash is lit. The spirit of giving is in the air. Our country feels scary to me right now and this is a great reminder to look for the helpers, they are still there.
The art is beautiful and is as much a part of the story as the words are. Many frames are Oskar's perspective or another character. It is mysterious and skillful. A fantastic read.
Oskar was put on a ship by himself during Kristallnacht and sent to NYC to find his Aunt Ester. He had to walk up Broadway by himself to 103rd street. He is tired and scared and he meets wonderful people along the way. This is like Mister Rogers mother's saying. In any disaster look for the helpers, they are always there.
It is Christmas Eve and always the 7th day of Hanukkah. He wants to get home before the Shamash is lit. The spirit of giving is in the air. Our country feels scary to me right now and this is a great reminder to look for the helpers, they are still there.
The art is beautiful and is as much a part of the story as the words are. Many frames are Oskar's perspective or another character. It is mysterious and skillful. A fantastic read.