The Eleventh Hour

"A history lesson and conversation starter in one book."

Kirkus Reviews - STARRED REVIEW

"This is a beautiful and heartfelt picture book about war and perspective that should be a part of all social studies curriculum."

School Library Journal - STARRED REVIEW

"While this well-written title is meant for a younger audience, older students may also connect with the content as they study World War I and seek a depiction of the life of a soldier."

School Library Connection

"Because of its particular focus on WWI, the story may be of special value to teachers whose classes are studying the period."

Publishers Weekly

“This antiwar parable...is a powerful and accessible multi-audience picture book that imbues meaning to the hundredth anniversary of a war’s end now shrouded in the long ago while challenging young readers to weigh the merits of current conflicts in the news.”

Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Goldstyn’s text is powerful in its spareness, while his cartoon pictures successfully capture the story's tone and moods, both antic and somber; taken together, these create a memorable, moving tale."

Booklist

"This would be a powerful book to read prior to the two minutes of silence on November 11 at 11 a.m. to consider how short two minutes is, but also what a difference two minutes can make."

Canadian Review of Materials

"There will be lots to talk about after sharing this very fine picture book; highly recommended especially for elementary school library collections."

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