Summary:
The book tells the true story of Irena Sendler, a Polish social worker who saved 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II. It also follows the journey of three high school students from Kansas who rediscover Sendler's heroism decades later and create a project that brings her remarkable tale to the world.
Key points:
1. Individual Impact: The book highlights how one person, Irena Sendler, saved 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust, showing the power of individual action.
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