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Wave Me Good-Bye (Home-Front Heroes) Kindle Edition

by Teresa R. Funke (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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Based on a true story . . .

As the only Jewish girl in her New York neighborhood, thirteen-year-old Miriam Liebler has a lot on her mind. World War II is raging, and her brother will soon pack his bags to join the fight. Blackouts and air-raid drills punctuate her daily life. Worse yet, her family has heard nothing from their Jewish relatives in Europe since before the war started, and Miriam fears the worst. Her friends don’t understand her worries—until she meets Christopher Richards, an orphaned English boy whisked to America to escape the deadly bombings of London. Miriam and Chris exchange candy, comic books, and secrets through the iron bars of the orphanage fence.

When Miriam’s mother takes in a German-Jewish refugee and her daughter, Miriam becomes entangled in the woman’s desperate search to find her family. Will her friendship with Chris survive when trouble brews?
Readers, don’t miss the last few pages to learn more about the real Miriam Liebler.
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    January 7, 2012
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"I'm one of the fans who thinks Wave Me Good-bye is the best story in the series so far! It's uplifting and poignant, and the fact that it's based on a true story makes it very real." Pat Stoltey, author and blogger at Patricia Stoltey and Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers.

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Like all of the books in my multi-cultural children's series, The Home-Front Heroes, Wave Me Good-bye is based on the memories of a real person. I wrote this book as an introduction to the Holocaust for young readers, as seen from the viewpoint of Jewish families living in the United States during World War II. The book's main character, Miriam Liebler, experiences anti-Semitism, but also helps a Jewish refugee from Germany heal after her war-time experience. But the best part of the book, according to my young fans, is the relationship between Miriam and Christopher, an English orphan who was sent to America for safekeeping. Their relationship develops through the orphanage fence in some unique ways. This book was my chance to explore the complexities of friendship and the ways that kids cope with bullying and "being different."  Miriam is a strong yet vulnerable character. I hope you enjoy her story!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007H3H1UU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Victory House Press (January 7, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 7, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 679 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 166 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 13 ratings

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Teresa R. Funke

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Teresa Funke was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. She now lives in Colorado where she is the owner of Teresa Funke & Company, Victory House Press, and Bursts of Brilliance(r). She is the author of seven novels for adults and children about World War II, including "Remember Wake," "Dancing in Combat Boots," "Doing My Part," "The No-No Boys," "V for Victory," "Wave Me Good-bye," and "War on a Sunday Morning." Her newest book, "Bursts of Brilliance for a Creative Life," is based on her long-running popular blog of the same name. Her book, "V for Victory" is now also available in Spanish.

Her short stories, articles, and essays have appeared in numerous magazines, newspapers, and anthologies. Two of her essays were listed as Notable Essays by the prestigious "Best American Essays" series.

Teresa is a sought-after speaker, presenter, and consultant. She performs a one-woman show based on "Dancing in Combat Boots" and works with several non-profits to promote the arts, literacy, and history education.

Connect with Teresa via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instragram, & Goodreads.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Deberah Bringelson
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and enjoyable.
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2023
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Even though I'm quite a bit past young adult, I really enjoyed this book. I always know a book is good when I don't want it to be over... I want to know the rest of their story. For example, did Chris and Miriam ever reconnect after he left the U.S.?

Teresa Funke does a great job weaving together an interesting story with factual history. And, I love how at the end she tells us more about the people that the characters are based on.

I'm thrilled that the author and her daughter turned this book into a screenplay. I can't wait to see it premier in NY in October 2023.
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Denice A. Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars In this moving story about a Jewish girl living in ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2018
In this moving story about a Jewish girl living in America during World War II, Teresa Funke demonstrates her skill in inspiring young readers to imagine how, when faced with adversity, they can call on their own values and strengths not only to ensure their own resilience but also to make a positive difference in the lives of those around them. Ms. Funke seamlessly weaves together a historical account relevant to young readers and a realistic story of successful adolescent development.
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Jennifer Bohnhoff
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for Middle School Readers
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2016
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Wave Me Goodbye is a sweet novel for middle grade readers. Set in Brooklyn during WWII, it tells the story of 13 year old Miriam Liebler, who lives in the only Jewish family in her neighborhood. She suffers some of the usual problems of early teens: boorish boys, angst over what she wants to become, whinny little sisters; but Miriam has other problems, too, like a cousin who dies in the war, a brother shipped off to the Pacific arena, a house guest whose Jewish husband and son were left behind in Germany, and a friendship with a British boy sent overseas during the bombing of London. Teresa R. Funke tells the terrifying aspects of WWII with delicacy and sensitivity for her young readers, but she doesn't sugar-coat the facts, either. This book is a good addition to literature on the American home front during WWII.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wave Me Good-Bye is a wonderful historical novel for 5th graders and older readers.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2017
Wave Me Good-Bye is a wonderful historical novel for 5th graders and older readers. It gives an accurate picture into the lives of Miriam, Christopher and several other characters who are of different religious and cultural backgrounds. It tells the story, based on a real person, of what it felt like to be in the midst of WWII in America. As an adult I enjoyed it and feel it would be a great read for all middle readers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great historical novel for young readers
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2016
This is a great historical novel for young readers. After reading this novel and seeing the viewpoint of the main character of the story, Miriam Libeler, I feel like I have a clear understanding of what it felt like to be a teenager in New York City during World War 2. Miriam guides us through triumph and loss, through fear and faith. Another perspective of World War 2 is provided by Miriam's new-found friend, Chris. Chris prides readers with his viewpoint on what life is like for English children who were brought temporarily to America during the war. This page turner is the perfect addition to any young historical buff's book collection.
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Todd Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining historical fiction for young readers!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2017
Eye-opening historical fiction that's perfect for middle school or mature fifth graders. My ten-year-old and I greatly enjoyed this book. Ms. Funke does her research and knows her stuff. It's an engaging and memorable tale!
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Stephanie S
5.0 out of 5 stars A good historical fiction book for kids
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2016
I just finished reading Wave Me Good-bye and I really enjoyed it! I kept getting caught up in it and could really feel for Miriam. I would definitely be interested in reading more from this series even if I'm an adult. Any child who enjoys historical fiction would enjoy this book.
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ellen sue spicer-jacobson
4.0 out of 5 stars Miriam's Story about WWII concerns
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2017
Miriam Lieber is a 13-year old worry wart. She worries about the war (WWII), her brother who is about to join the army, air-raid drills, and her Jewish relatives in Europe. She befriends an English orphan who is sent to the US to be safe from bombings in England and worries about him as she takes comic books and candies to him. Being the only Jewish family in her neighborhood, she feels that others do not really understand her concerns about Hitler and the war. Her family takes in a young Jewishmother and child whose husband has not been heard from and fears the worst. She loves to write and pours out her worries of the war in a fictional story that wins the school contest. Based on a true story, Teresa has done her research on WWII, the Jews and Hitler, and the concerns of one child growing up in wartime. She includes a glossary of Yiddish terms used in the book. Great reading for middle school children.
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