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War has broken out and Israel is surrounded by enemy armies. Motti’s best friend has fled the country, and his class is huddling in a bomb shelter. Motti wants to be a hero like his soldier brother, Gideon, but what can a 12-year-old do?
Ages 11+
Pages 256
Publisher Kar-Ben Publishing
Last Offered Jan 2024
Awards
Junior Library Guild Selection
Sydney Taylor Silver Medal Winner

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150 Reviews

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The Six-Day Hero

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My new favorite

Review by Foreverreading

I love this book so much. It’s a heartwarming story of a family who are in trouble during the time of war. This book shows you how a family survives during times of war in Israel, in this time period Israel is only a newly founded country. What will they do. Will they struggle make more enemies or friends? I love this story because it takes twist and turn some happy inside. If you wanna know what motti does to try and be a hero read this book to find out Ps I also recommend the sequel

Aug 08, 2025 07:42 AM
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Israel Would be Different.

Review by Mint

Ever since I finish this book I realize that without the 6-Day War happening Israel wouldn't be what it's today. And it makes me sad to know that all the families had to mourn for the lost of the many lives from the war. It also makes me relate to Gideon (Older brother of Motti main character.) on some level because of how kind he is and that he cares about his family and that what he has gone through was very tough.

Mar 31, 2025 12:27 PM
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love Israel

Review by EIT2013

Amazing

Mar 26, 2025 06:05 PM
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Love Israel :)

Review by AUnicorn

If you love learning about Israel ( like me ) you will love this book. It shows how Motti, the main character sees and feels how the six day war felt. It really opened my eyes how Israel is a strong and kind country. And how sad things can happen but Israel's people can pull though, think big or small. Hope you love this book like i did. Enjoy.

Mar 05, 2025 08:56 PM
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Good book!!!!!!!

Review by TP

I like this book because it is a very good book and is historical fiction which I love 💞 hope you enjoy!

Feb 02, 2025 06:57 PM