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Kar-Ben Publishing TM (2019), 32 pages
Description
Just as her ancestors were forced to leave Spain during the Inquisition, Flory flees Europe for a new life in the United States, bringing with her a precious harmoniku and a passion for Ladino music.
Awards
Sydney Taylor Book Award (Honor Book — Picture Book — 2020)
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LibraryThing member HandelmanLibraryTINR
When Flory's ancestors are forced to leave Spain during the time of the Spanish Inquisition, they take with them their two most precious possessions―the key to their old house and the Ladino language. Note - this is a picture book format but is intended for grades 3-5 or older who might have the
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ability to understand the history. Show Less
LibraryThing member Sondosottallah
A story of one family's history and their struggles to keep their heritage alive. The Altaras, a Jewish family, originated from Spain but are forced to leave due to their faith. The family traveled to Turkey then finally settled into Bosnia. As generations passed, the only thing connecting the
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family back to their ancestors was their original language and music. At the end of the story it was very interesting to come to find that this book is depicts a real person, Flory Jagoda. I would use this book in a Social Studies class when discussing the Holocaust. Show Less
ISBN
1541522184 / 9781541522183
Other editions
The Key from Spain: Flory Jagoda and Her Music by Debbie Levy (Hardcover)