Always Remember Me: How One Family Survived World War II

Marisabina Russo's "Always Remember Me" is a deeply moving picture book that gently introduces young readers to the Holocaust through a personal family narrative. A young girl, after years of curiosity, finally hears from her grandmother how three female relatives miraculously survived World War II in Germany. The story emphasizes themes of family, memory, and resilience, making a complex historical event accessible and understandable for children aged 4-11. It serves as an excellent conversation starter about history, heritage, and the importance of remembering.

After many years during which her grandmother skirted the issue, a young girl finally hears the story of how several of her female relatives survived the Holocaust.