81 pages • 2 hours read
Leon LeysonThe Boy On The Wooden Box
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Middle Grade | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Boy on the Wooden Box by Leon Leyson recounts his life as one of the youngest survivors on Oskar Schindler's list, highlighting his experiences in Nazi-occupied Poland, his family's struggles in the Jewish ghetto and labor camps, and the eventual rescue by Schindler, who moved them to his factory in Czechoslovakia and ensured their safety until the war's end. The memoir contains detailed depictions of Holocaust events.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Boy On The Wooden Box by Leon Leyson is a compelling memoir that details a young boy's survival during the Holocaust through Oskar Schindler's protection. Critics praise its emotional depth and historical accuracy, though some feel its simplicity may limit deeper character exploration. Overall, it’s an inspiring read for those interested in personal stories of resilience.
Who Should Read The Boy On The Wooden Box?
Readers who are captivated by personal memoirs of historical resilience, such as The Diary of Anne Frank or Night by Elie Wiesel, will appreciate The Boy On The Wooden Box by Leon Leyson. This book appeals to those interested in World War II history, survival stories, and inspirational narratives of overcoming adversity.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
1000LBook Details
Children's Literature
History: European
Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal