Please Don't Call Me A Refugee!

About the Book

Today’s reader can experience Hitler’s invasion of Austria, the rigidity of anti-Jewish laws, the Kindertransport, air raids in England, and a perilous cross-Atlantic journey through Steffi’s eyes. She proves her resiliency, as with little sister in tow, she leaves two homes, travels across continents, copes with a new language and the outbreak of war in two countries, while never attending school. Though some scenes are fictitious, the story recounts the author’s own World War II experiences. Coping with change and the pain of being a refugee will resonate with some of today’s kids and enlighten others. Middle grade historical fiction.

About the Author

Etta Johnson is a confirmed writer of poetry and prose, fact and fiction. As a retired ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher, she writes non-fiction and fiction for students and curricula for teachers. She is the author of the Long Ago Series, Benchmark Books, 2001. Many of her non-fiction materials are available on her website http://www.sites.google.com/site/content4ells. Please, Don’t Call Me a Refugee was a Top 5 Finalist for the NAESP (National Association of Elementary School Principals) NAESP Foundation National Children’s Book of the Year 2010 for chapter books. Born in Vienna, Austria, the author now lives in Vienna, Virginia.