The five Mitchell children - Joan, Patsy, Peter, Angela, and Timmy - would love a pet, but they are quickly consumed by other interests. home with very specific instructions not to get a dog. The story begins with Father going off to fight in World War II, and the family being left behind in their Washington, D.C. Especially after the first few chapters.The Mitchells (also called The Mitchells: Five for Victory) is the first of three family stories about fictionalized versions of author Hilda Van Stockum, her husband, their children, and the children's grandmother. Great for family listening! Great book! Loved it! Didn't want to turn it off. Classic story of Holland during WW2 This is an excellent book with an excellent narrator! Compelling story of a Dutch family during the German occupation of the Netherlands.
Beautiful themes of compassion, duty, forgiveness. A thoughtful, moving story that will cause you to pause and think and rejoice without sappy manipulation so common in contemporary children's literature.
Members Reviews: Thoughtful story w/ excellent narration After having lived in the Netherlands for several years, I was delighted to enjoy this authentic book with my children. The Verhagen family, who live in the old windmill called the Winged Watchman, are a memorable set of individuals whose lives powerfully demonstrate the resilience of those who suffer but do not lose faith. Every element of occupied Holland is united in a story of courage and hope: a hidden Jewish child, an underdiver, a downed RAF pilot, an imaginative, daring underground hero, and the small things of family life which surprisingly carry on in the midst of oppression.
Listen to audiobook in full for free on Title: The Winged Watchman Author: Hilda van Stockum Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-15 Publisher: Bethlehem Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10 Publisher's Summary: This acclaimed story of World War II is rich in suspense, characterization, plot, and spiritual truth.
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