Books About Persecution

The Best Persecution Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about persecution? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Refugee
#5 in Series
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

Refugee

By Alan Gratz

Three children flee their war-torn homes, facing perilous journeys for a chance at refuge and hope.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2018)Cybils Award (2017)Sydney Taylor Book Award (2018)
338 pages· 65,632 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 86,526 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud are separated by time and place, yet united by their desperate quests for safety. Josef flees Nazi Germany, Isabel escapes Cuba's turmoil, and Mahmoud braves Syria's chaos. Each faces life-threatening challenges—drownings, bombings, betrayals—on their harrowing journeys. As they seek refuge, their stories intertwine in unexpected ways, revealing the enduring power of hope and survival. Will they find the sanctuary they seek, or will the dangers prove insurmountable? Discover the connections that bind their fates in this gripping tale of courage and resilience.
Chapter Book · 1997

I Have Lived a Thousand Years

A young girl's survival in Auschwitz and her journey to freedom.

224 pages· 53,660 words
4.2/5 Goodreads · 23,866 ratings
Paperback
Summary: At thirteen, Elli Friedmann faces the horrors of Auschwitz with her family. As they endure unimaginable trials, Elli's resilience is tested. Will liberation bring the peace they seek, or will new challenges arise in a foreign land? Follow her harrowing journey from the depths of despair to the shores of hope.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

When We Flew Away

Anne Frank's hidden life before hiding reveals courage amidst rising terror.

304 pages· 53,557 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,667 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a world turned upside down by Nazi occupation, young Anne Frank faces prejudice and fear. As her family is forced into hiding, Anne's audacity and creativity shine through. Discover the untold story of her life before the famous diary, where she finds her voice amidst chaos. Will her words change the world? Dive into a poignant tale of resilience and hope.
Chapter Book · 2006

Valentine

A man defies an emperor's ban on marriage, risking everything to spread his faith.

43 pages· 1,357 words
4.5/5 Goodreads · 38 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a world where love is forbidden, Valentine secretly marries couples against the emperor's decree. When caught, he faces the ruthless Claudius the Cruel. With courage and faith, Valentine seizes the chance to share his beliefs with the emperor. Will his bold act of defiance change the emperor's heart, or will it cost him everything? Discover the inspiring tale of a man who dared to challenge tyranny with love and faith.
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