The Book Thief: Film Guide

The Book Thief
The Book Thief

Ages

11–14

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

Related calendar events

World Book Day
2 March

A film guide that looks at The Book Thief (2013) which tells the story of Liesel, an extraordinary and courageous young girl sent to live with a foster family in World War Two Germany.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including History, Citizenship and English in addition to highlighting themes surrounding family and friendships, life and death, racism and prejudice, child safety, ethics and war.

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This Resource Supports

  • Citizenship
  • English
  • History

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