by Laura Marx Fitzgerald
Under the Egg by Laura Marx Fitzgerald is a well written mystery for upper elementary and middle school readers that includes a little known part of World War II history.
Topics:
- WWII
- Holocaust
- mentor text for mystery unit
- exploring research questions and techniques
- delving into family histories
- living “green”
- art history and art restoration
Online Resources:
- Book Trailer by Amy Rae Weaver (Note: Grandpa Jack was a security guard, not a janitor, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.)
- An Interview with Laura Marx Fitzgerald by Mr. Schu
- Discussion Guide and Other Resources from Laura Marx Fitzgerald
- National WWII Museum New Orleans Be sure to check out the “Kids Corner”and “For Teacher and Students” pages.
Recommended Books:
- Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett
- From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg
- For Adults: The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History by Robert M. Edsel with Bret Witter
Book Information:
- Publication Date: March 2014 (Paperback – May 2015)
- Publisher: Penguin/Dial Books for Young Readers
- ISBN: 978-0-8037-4001-3
- Pages: 247
- Interest Level: Grades 3-6
- Reading Level: 4.9
- Lexile Measure: 790
- Fountas and Pinnell: W
- Award: New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association – 2014 Middle Grade Book of the Year Award
- Starred Reviews: Booklist, Horn Book Guide, Library Media Connection