Awards and Honors2012 Newbery Medal Honor; ALA Notable Children’s Book 2012, Middle; Booklist Top 10 Historical Fiction Books for Youth: 2012; 2012 CCBC Choices; NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2012, World History & Culture
In the Soviet Union, Sasha’s father, a security agent, is arrested in the middle of the night. Sasha thinks there must be a mistake: “wait till Stalin finds out.” Author’s note. Black-and-white graphite illustrations.
Topics Soviet Union history, 1925-1953. Communism. Fathers and sons. Communal apartments. Joseph Stalin (1879-1953). Young Soviet Pioneers
SRC Level 4.200000
SRC Points 5.000000
Lexile 670L
Trim Size 5 3/8" x 7"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Publication date 2011-09-26
JLG Release Date Mar 2012
Minimum grade 3
Maximum grade 5
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
Upper Elementary Fiction Plus (Grades 3-5)
Upper Elementary Fiction Plus
Upper Elementary Fiction Plus (Grades 3-5)
For Grades 3-5
A collection of longer-format novels for readers ready to move beyond chapter books. These stories emphasize fun while beginning to explore deeper themes. With engaging plots and relatable characters, this category helps keep readers excited as they take the next step into longer, more immersive stories.