
A Time to Hide
Based on a True Story of Survival in the Holocaust
Marion Seidemann Fredman(Author)
The Collective Book Studio (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 9. April 2026
Book
Hardback
96 pages
978-1-68555-628-0 (ISBN)
Description
“Pair this skillfully crafted book with . . . other Anne Frank resources to expand the context of the Holocaust experience.” —Booklist, starred review
A Time to Hide captures a powerful true story of Holocaust survival, told through personal testimony, historical photographs, and evocative new illustrations.
When Grete and Julius fled Nazi Germany, they never imagined they’d be forced into hiding in a Dutch attic. While in hiding, their daughter Marion was born—a moment of light amid the darkest of times. Years later, Marion Seidemann Fredman shares her family’s courageous story of love, loss, and resilience in this visually rich, nonfiction picture book.
What Makes This Book Essential:
• A Rare Firsthand Story: Told by a child born while in hiding during the Holocaust—now sharing her family’s story with the next generation.
• Visually Immersive: Blends historical photographs, forged documents, keepsakes, and newly commissioned illustrations.
• Accessible for Young Readers: Includes historical context, a glossary, and a translation guide—ideal for classrooms and intergenerational reading.
• Legacy and Memory: Honors the lived experiences of Jewish families during World War II and the quiet heroes who helped them survive.
A Time to Hide is a vital Holocaust story that honors memory, teaches history, and helps ensure the next generation understands and remembers this powerful legacy of survival.
A Time to Hide captures a powerful true story of Holocaust survival, told through personal testimony, historical photographs, and evocative new illustrations.
When Grete and Julius fled Nazi Germany, they never imagined they’d be forced into hiding in a Dutch attic. While in hiding, their daughter Marion was born—a moment of light amid the darkest of times. Years later, Marion Seidemann Fredman shares her family’s courageous story of love, loss, and resilience in this visually rich, nonfiction picture book.
What Makes This Book Essential:
• A Rare Firsthand Story: Told by a child born while in hiding during the Holocaust—now sharing her family’s story with the next generation.
• Visually Immersive: Blends historical photographs, forged documents, keepsakes, and newly commissioned illustrations.
• Accessible for Young Readers: Includes historical context, a glossary, and a translation guide—ideal for classrooms and intergenerational reading.
• Legacy and Memory: Honors the lived experiences of Jewish families during World War II and the quiet heroes who helped them survive.
A Time to Hide is a vital Holocaust story that honors memory, teaches history, and helps ensure the next generation understands and remembers this powerful legacy of survival.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Third Grade to Sixth Grade, Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 258 mm
Width: 206 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
590 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-68555-628-0 (9781685556280)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

E-Book
03/2026
Simon + Schuster LLC
€8.89
Available for download
Persons
Marion Seidemann Fredman lives in Berkeley, California surrounded by her family, friends, dogs, chickens, treasures, and memories. She spends much of her time in her garden making whimsical art and hanging out with her offspring. This is her first book.