The Once Series by Morris Gleitzman 6 Books Collection Set - Ages 9-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Once
Then
Now
After
Soon
Maybe

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789526530383
Publisher: Puffin
Age Range: Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7)

Overview
Follow Felix, a resourceful Jewish boy in Nazi-occupied Poland, across Morris Gleitzman's acclaimed six-book Once series. Beginning with Once, the collection traces Felix's escape from an orphanage, his fight to survive alongside his loyal friend Zelda, and the long, uncertain road through war and its aftermath. Told in Gleitzman's spare, wry, deeply humane voice, the series balances devastating loss with flashes of humor and hope. This complete paperback set brings all six novels together, making it an ideal introduction to historical fiction for middle-grade readers, classrooms, and families.

About the Books
The Once series follows Felix from the terrifying early days of the Nazi occupation of Poland through the long years of war and into its fragile aftermath. In Once, ten-year-old Felix leaves the relative safety of a Catholic orphanage convinced his parents are still out there, only to discover a country transformed by fear and persecution. Then finds Felix and his young companion Zelda adopting new identities to stay one step ahead of danger. After deepens the stakes as Felix loses those closest to him and is forced into the forests to survive alongside partisan fighters. Soon carries the story into 1946, as Felix returns to a devastated Poland to search for any trace of the life he once knew. Maybe continues Felix's postwar journey as he tries to build a future while old dangers and unresolved grief still linger. Now shifts to the present day, connecting an elderly Felix with a new generation and showing how the past continues to shape those who come after. Throughout, Gleitzman writes with unflinching honesty about war and prejudice, yet never loses sight of kindness, humor, and hope. Together, the novels form a moving, character-driven arc that rewards readers who follow Felix's story from beginning to end, making this six-book set a meaningful addition to any middle-grade or family library.

Key Benefits

• Complete six-book paperback set of the acclaimed Once series
• Age-appropriate WWII history for readers 9-12 (Grades 4-7)
• Spare, engaging prose balancing heartbreak with humor and hope
• Popular pick for classrooms and school reading lists
• One resonant character arc spanning all six novels
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, or a classroom library

Book-by-Book Guide
Once — Felix escapes a Polish orphanage to search for his Jewish parents as the Nazi occupation tightens.
Then — Felix and Zelda adopt new identities to survive as danger closes in.
Now — The story jumps to the present day, linking an elderly Felix with a new generation.
After — Felix loses those closest to him and flees into the forests, joining partisan fighters.
Soon — In 1946, Felix returns to a war-scarred Poland searching for any trace of his old life.
Maybe — Felix's postwar journey continues as he tries to build a future despite lingering danger.

About the Author
Morris Gleitzman is a bestselling British-born Australian author known for blending humor with serious, thought-provoking themes in his fiction for young readers. He has written more than thirty novels for children and young adults, many exploring difficult subjects with warmth and honesty. The Once series stands among his most acclaimed work, praised for its sensitive, age-appropriate treatment of the Holocaust and World War II. Gleitzman's books have been translated into numerous languages and are widely used in schools to introduce young readers to history through compelling storytelling.

Why You'll Love This Set
Perfect for a birthday gift, holiday season present, or a standout addition to a classroom library, this six-book set delivers a complete, emotionally rich reading journey. Ideal for summer reading, Felix's story offers courage, humor, and hope in equal measure.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.