Escape from Ukraine A Historical Novel by Chaya Sara Ben Shachar Level T / Grade 5

Ukraine, 2022.

With the Russian invasion in February 2022, Dnipro, Ukraine, has suddenly become a terrifying place to live. The Weber family is awakened in the middle of the night to blaring air-raid sirens. As the war intensifies, they realize they must get their family and yeshivah out of danger. But with the airports closed and under the constant threat of bombs, how will they get one hundred people to safety?

This is the true story of one community’s harrowing escape from war-torn Ukraine. Join them on their journey by train, bus, and plane as they flee from their homes. Readers will be intrigued by this fascinating story of the Weber family as they escape from war in Ukraine.

The Escape series provides readers with compelling true narratives of Jewish heroism and survival. Each book includes engaging photographs, a timeline, and a glossary.