For ages 10+. On October 26, 1956, over 100 people were killed, and more than 200 wounded, when then Secret police opened fire on a peaceful, unarmed demonstration in Bobbie's home town. Following a week of freedom, Russian tanks rolled into Hungary to crush the Revolution. Knowing he would be arrested by the Secret Police, Bobbie's father decided the Kalman family had to leave Hungary. Hiding from flares shot into the night sky, and followed by barking dogs, the Kalmans made it into Austria at dawn. What must this have been like to a 9 year old girl and the parents who tried to protect her? Part memoir, part history, this book looks at the Revolution through a child's eyes. Along with Bobbie's story, the book includes a factual history of the Revolution and the events that led up to it. This is a must read for children and grown-ups alike. 'The Soviets occupied our country and wanted us to forget who we were.' But Bobbie's memories make sure we won't forget. Bobbie Kalman is an acclaimed author of hundreds of children's non-fiction books. Bobbie was only 9 years old when the Hungarian Revolution broke out. Refugee Child is the compelling story of her experiences in Hungary during the Revolution, her family's dramatic escape, and the magical time she spent as a child refugee in Vienna.