The Crystal Beads: Layla’s Journey
Journey back to the turbulent times of 1939 Poland, where a young Jewish girl must part with her most prized possession given to her by her father before he died and accepted a new way of life to survive.
This is the story of a mother’s heartbreaking sacrifice, a story of love, courage, and compassion during one of the most troubling times in our history.
Gold Medal Winner Royal Palms Literary Awards Competition – Florida Writers Association
Gold Medal from Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards
Winner of the Picture Book-All Age Category, Northern Lights Book Awards
Vinnie Ream Award, National League of American Pen Women
Reviews
“A poignant story of bravery, sacrifice, and love. The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey teaches the history of the hidden children during the Holocaust, evokes compassion through beautiful language, and leaves readers to consider what connects us rather than what divides us.”
— Jennifer Rosner, Author, National Jewish Book Finalist, The Yellow Bird Sings, Once We Were Home
“Concerned parents often ask if children can handle the subject of the Holocaust. The answer is yes, if its story is told with subtlety and grace, as is true in The Crystal Beads and where tragedy is redeemed by love.”
— Rabbi Mark W. Kiel, New York
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