the bicycle spy by yona zeldis mcdonough

Students will be engrossed in Marcels exploits. Kirkus Reviews History seamlessly meets fiction as readers learn about a snippet of life in World War II Europe. Review Quotes A fine story of war, friendship, and taking a stand against injustice. because his friend, her family, and his own future hang in the balance. And when nothing ends up going according to plan, its up to him to keep pedaling and think quickly.

When he later discovers that his friends entire family is in imminent danger, Marcel knows he can help - but it will involve taking a risky bicycle ride to pass along covert information. Then Marcel learns two big secrets, and he realizes there are worse things about the war than a canceled race. Now there are soldiers everywhere, interrupting Marcels rides with checkpoints and questioning. But ever since Germanys occupation of France began two years ago, in 1940, the race has been canceled. He dreams of someday competing in the Tour de France, the greatest bicycle race. Book Synopsis Can Marcel make the ride of his life? Marcel loves riding his bicycle, whether hes racing through the streets of his small town in France or making bread deliveries for his parents bakery. Marcel soon comes to realize there are worse things about the war than a canceled race. He dreams of someday competing in the Tour de France, but theres been no race since Germanys occupation.

About the Book In 1942 France, Marcel delivers for his parents bakery on his bike.

The bicycle spy by yona zeldis mcdonough