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The Diary of Anne Frank
This is an adaption of the Diary of Anne Frank written at a lower reading level. This is meant to make the text more accessible for older students who the previous easy readers would find too childish. The content has not been altered, just the reading level. The reading level is around 2nd to 3rd grade.
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First published October 4, 2010
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April 17, 2019
I like this book because it is a moving story and has managed to tell about world war 2. The characters are imprudent because in Chapter( Monday, November 9,1942) Peter turned sixteen he’s brave for being a teenager and having to hide in a secret. The story is exceptional because in chapter(May 1945), Anne’s father was given Anne’s notebooks and stories about her experience living in the secret annex for two years. The characters are hopeful because in chapter(Tuesday, May 16,1944) they had a crush on each other and they hoped to be able to live their lives in the midst of hiding. The father in this story is very moving and strong because in the end of the story on September 3 1946, he lost his whole family and he had worked so hard to keep them in hiding, he was a very good father and a very loving husband. The reason why there’s only four stars is because the ending is unfavorable. It’s unfavorable because in chapter (Friday, July 21,1944) Anne is not able to live a long life and she dies of sickness and a broken heart.
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February 28, 2020Anne Frank’s diary isn’t an easy read. It’s easy to get sucked into the her witty narration of day to day struggles and ponderings, which makes it all the more devastating to remember her situation and fate.
Anne never meant for her diary to be published, and yet the writing is engaging and eloquent. I felt guilty at times, realizing I was invading the most private thoughts of a teenage girl. But the Holocaust stripped many things from people; money, family, dignity, their lives… At least a part of that indignity helps the public to remember that each of the 6 million Jews who were killed had individual stories and hopes and dreams, like Anne. And while it feels invasive to read a young girl’s diary, it does shed light on the mind of at least one of the people lost during that time.
Anne Frank’s diary is probably the illuminating books I’ve read in relation to the Holocasut, next to Eli Wiesel’s Night. Prepare to be sad. Prepare to be reminded that facism and hatred killed a young girl who wrote, “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.”
Everyone should read this book. It’s important to remember history, and to remember the people who were murdered in the Holocaust, so history won’t repeat itself.
Anne never meant for her diary to be published, and yet the writing is engaging and eloquent. I felt guilty at times, realizing I was invading the most private thoughts of a teenage girl. But the Holocaust stripped many things from people; money, family, dignity, their lives… At least a part of that indignity helps the public to remember that each of the 6 million Jews who were killed had individual stories and hopes and dreams, like Anne. And while it feels invasive to read a young girl’s diary, it does shed light on the mind of at least one of the people lost during that time.
Anne Frank’s diary is probably the illuminating books I’ve read in relation to the Holocasut, next to Eli Wiesel’s Night. Prepare to be sad. Prepare to be reminded that facism and hatred killed a young girl who wrote, “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.”
Everyone should read this book. It’s important to remember history, and to remember the people who were murdered in the Holocaust, so history won’t repeat itself.
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October 25, 2019The Diary of Anne Frank was one of the first books that I read that I decided to read again. This book follows the story of Anne Frank and her family during the Holocaust. I loved Anne Frank and how she was willing to go through a lot with her family to stay alive during the time of the Holocaust. It was based on a true story which I felt even more interesting. I have always really enjoyed reading about the Holocaust, so I personally really enjoyed this book.
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The Diary of Anne Frank talks about the Frank family during the Holocaust. We learn that they are in hiding in a small store attic. They have to live in silence in order to not get caught by the Nazis. We learn how the family lives in this attic for a long period of time before getting caught. Once they get caught, the family is separated and sent to different concentration camps.
-violence
-determining time
The Diary of Anne Frank talks about the Frank family during the Holocaust. We learn that they are in hiding in a small store attic. They have to live in silence in order to not get caught by the Nazis. We learn how the family lives in this attic for a long period of time before getting caught. Once they get caught, the family is separated and sent to different concentration camps.
December 13, 2019
During World War II, Anne Frank is forced into hiding with her family. Throughout her experiences, she struggles with not being able to go outside and having her earlier freedoms. She grows in her relationships with her family and the boy staying with them, Peter.
This book was so moving and eye-opening. It was so hard to further understand what the Jews had to go through during World War II. I believe that Anne's experiences stand as a testament against hate and discrimination because of how positive she was even though she endured so much.
Content Warnings:
Death
Mockery of Race
This book was so moving and eye-opening. It was so hard to further understand what the Jews had to go through during World War II. I believe that Anne's experiences stand as a testament against hate and discrimination because of how positive she was even though she endured so much.
Content Warnings:
Death
Mockery of Race
February 29, 2020
I am still analyzing it. On the face of it, it's the story of a young girl growing up. But there are many complicating circumstances brought by war- isolation from society and nature, living in close quarters with more than one family, lack of resources, reliance only on books and limited knowledge from people around Anne. It's a simply written book, but certainly in some places Anne shows maturity beyond her years.
On the technical side, I would like to figure out how much of the original text was edited by her father. I read the version published by bookmark called "diary of a young girl". Recommended book/diary.
On the technical side, I would like to figure out how much of the original text was edited by her father. I read the version published by bookmark called "diary of a young girl". Recommended book/diary.
October 18, 2018
this was a good story
May 7, 2019
Actually was surprised by how entertaining this book was.
September 18, 2019
Tragic and suspenseful story
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November 8, 2019I studied this in school when I was a kid, but recently reread it before a conference trip to Amsterdam. The book is far too pertinent to the "us or them" arguments we still see around the world.
January 7, 2020
an ok book about a girl growing up in the holocaust and trying to find a way of life in a crazy hideout.
March 25, 2020
This book was so inspirational it made me feel I don't know inspired I really liked it 💜💜👍
May 2, 2022
A classic as always. And heartbreaking, always.
February 25, 2015
Diary of Anne Frank Review
The book The Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank was incredible. I will write more later.
The character development was tremendous in this novel. Anne Frank started out a young girl who was senseless and annoying, into a young woman with knowledge and love. She hated Peter at the beginning at the book, but by the end they grew a relationship and trust. If she had not matured that would’ve never happened. I think that she became more aware of what was happening in her world and what would probably happen to her. At the beginning of the book she was certain that in 3 months everyone would be out of hiding and free. During the book she began to realize that the Nazi’s could kill them.
The book had a deep influence on me. Anne was only one year older then me when she first went into hiding. She had a life very close to mine and I could relate to her a lot. She was going through life normally, liking boys, having friend problems, and school. She didn’t go outside or smell fresh air for two years. I could never imagine that: never seeing my friends again, never saying goodbye.
The ending of the story was very depressing. The Nazi’s took Anne Frank away. I already knew she died but I didn’t know how hard it would be to hear after reading the book. As I read the book I began to feel like I knew Anne in person. She writes so detailed and thoughtful. When she died I cried for about 1 hour.
The setting of the book took place in a very small and crowded apartment. I live in a large house with less people and I can’t believe she was able to live there. Everyone who lived there was very critical of her. She had slight/none alone time and shared her room with a 40-year-old man. I yell and get in fights with my dad every day and we don’t live in the same room. She barely got in fights. It amazes me how less patient and respectful people have become, especially towards adults.
“Writing in a diary is a very strange experience for someone like me. Not only because I’ve never written in anything before, but also because it seems to me that later on neither I nor anyone else will be interested in musings of a thirteen year old schoolgirl.” This is my favorite part of the novel. She is basically saying that she sees no point in writing because no one will want or bother reading it anyway in the future. It is so funny how wrong she was. Now it is a very famous book and Anne Frank is a very famous historical figure. It is also surprising that she had never had a diary before her 13th birthday.
“We’ve been strongly reminded of the fact that we’re Jews in chains, chained to one spot, without any rights, but with a thousand obligations.” This quote basically sums up the entire story. World War 2 started with laws being passed of what Jews couldn’t do. For instance, people had to wear stars on there clothes to be recognized as a Jew. They couldn’t go outside after a certain time, couldn’t go to the movies, ext. I think that it must’ve been really hard to live like that. A lot of kids my age back then were either killed or sent off to hiding.
The dialogue of the novel was very well written. Especially since it’s a diary. Most books you read that are written like a diary are very easy and not especially difficult. This book has a very interesting subject and always keeps you interested. I can’t believe that she had never written a diary or journal but she was so good and giving details and writing.
I definitely recommend this book to any one who likes historic books and tragedies. It is an amazing novel that anyone would enjoy!
The book The Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank was incredible. I will write more later.
The character development was tremendous in this novel. Anne Frank started out a young girl who was senseless and annoying, into a young woman with knowledge and love. She hated Peter at the beginning at the book, but by the end they grew a relationship and trust. If she had not matured that would’ve never happened. I think that she became more aware of what was happening in her world and what would probably happen to her. At the beginning of the book she was certain that in 3 months everyone would be out of hiding and free. During the book she began to realize that the Nazi’s could kill them.
The book had a deep influence on me. Anne was only one year older then me when she first went into hiding. She had a life very close to mine and I could relate to her a lot. She was going through life normally, liking boys, having friend problems, and school. She didn’t go outside or smell fresh air for two years. I could never imagine that: never seeing my friends again, never saying goodbye.
The ending of the story was very depressing. The Nazi’s took Anne Frank away. I already knew she died but I didn’t know how hard it would be to hear after reading the book. As I read the book I began to feel like I knew Anne in person. She writes so detailed and thoughtful. When she died I cried for about 1 hour.
The setting of the book took place in a very small and crowded apartment. I live in a large house with less people and I can’t believe she was able to live there. Everyone who lived there was very critical of her. She had slight/none alone time and shared her room with a 40-year-old man. I yell and get in fights with my dad every day and we don’t live in the same room. She barely got in fights. It amazes me how less patient and respectful people have become, especially towards adults.
“Writing in a diary is a very strange experience for someone like me. Not only because I’ve never written in anything before, but also because it seems to me that later on neither I nor anyone else will be interested in musings of a thirteen year old schoolgirl.” This is my favorite part of the novel. She is basically saying that she sees no point in writing because no one will want or bother reading it anyway in the future. It is so funny how wrong she was. Now it is a very famous book and Anne Frank is a very famous historical figure. It is also surprising that she had never had a diary before her 13th birthday.
“We’ve been strongly reminded of the fact that we’re Jews in chains, chained to one spot, without any rights, but with a thousand obligations.” This quote basically sums up the entire story. World War 2 started with laws being passed of what Jews couldn’t do. For instance, people had to wear stars on there clothes to be recognized as a Jew. They couldn’t go outside after a certain time, couldn’t go to the movies, ext. I think that it must’ve been really hard to live like that. A lot of kids my age back then were either killed or sent off to hiding.
The dialogue of the novel was very well written. Especially since it’s a diary. Most books you read that are written like a diary are very easy and not especially difficult. This book has a very interesting subject and always keeps you interested. I can’t believe that she had never written a diary or journal but she was so good and giving details and writing.
I definitely recommend this book to any one who likes historic books and tragedies. It is an amazing novel that anyone would enjoy!
September 2, 2024
Read in 1987 in 8th grade.
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