Miriam is 12 years old. She lives in hut 18, bed 22, in the Belsen concentration camp. She has almost nothing: no food and no toys. As World War II nears its end, Miriam and the women in the camp plan a very special party for the children. They are making toys - incredible toys out of scraps and rags. For when the soldiers come and the war is over, they will celebrate their freedom
Author Biography
Margaret Wild is a highly regarded and award-winning children's book author whose book There's a Sea in My Bedroom was short-listed for the Kate Greenaway Medal. She lives in Australia. Julie Vivas is an acclaimed illustrator whose books include The Nativity, which she also wrote, and Possum Magic by Mem Fox. She lives in Australia.
