Sara Fortis

The fearless captain of an all-female resistance unit in Greece.

★★★★★5.0 · 15 parent reviews of the series

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A true story of valor — “Kapetenissa Sarika” led an all-female resistance unit in WWII Greece
Shows kids how one brave girl can make a difference
Perfect for young readers who love stories of bravery, history and standing up for what’s right

About this book

Sara Fortis, during World War II, became known as “Kapetenissa Sarika,” the fearless captain of an all-female resistance unit in Greece.

This heroic children’s biography tells how a young Jewish girl used her fearlessness, leadership, and quick thinking to stand up to German forces and inspire others to do the same. A powerful true story of valor and determination that shows kids how one brave girl can make a difference.

This powerful children’s book shares a true story of courage, determination, and leadership. Perfect for young readers who love stories of bravery, history, and standing up for what’s right.

Format: Hardcover, Glossy Art Paper, 32 Pages
ISBN: US 979-8-9921028-0-2
Dimensions: 8 × 10 in (206 × 254 mm)
Published: December 1, 2025
Ages: 3-9

Details

Format: Hardcover, glossy art paper
Pages: 32
ISBN: US 979-8-9921028-0-2
Dimensions: 8 × 10 in (206 × 254 mm)
Ages: 3–9
Published: December 1, 2025
Authors: Gila Rapoport & Lieba Abecassis
Illustrator: poelosophy

Questions & answers

What ages are these books for?
The Jewish Women Series is written for children ages 3–9 — picture-book storytelling that grows with them, with real history parents can talk through together.

Are these true stories?
Yes. Each book is a children’s biography. Sara’s story is told with warmth and wonder, and every book closes with discussion questions you can explore together.

What is the book like?
A 32-page hardcover on glossy art paper, 8 × 10 inches, with full-colour illustrations on every spread — built to be read again and again.

Who was Sara Fortis?
During World War II, Sara Fortis became known as “Kapetenissa Sarika,” the fearless captain of an all-female resistance unit in Greece.

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Look inside

Pages made to be pored over

Full-colour illustrations on every spread, with a story told in a voice little readers love.

Inside pages of the Sara Fortis children’s book

Parent reviews

What parents say about the series

5.0★★★★★from 15 parent reviews

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“We got these books back in April, and my daughter still loves reading them! Her favorite is Sara fortis !!! it is so nice and inspiring to see books about the incredible Jewish woman! Thank you for creating this series and I really hope you make more!”

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“This series became a quick favorite in our home! We love taking the time to read and appreciate and learn about the incredible Jewish women that accomplished such remarkable things. I hope more books come out so our collection can keep growing!!”

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“The books? gorgeous. The box? feels lux and premium! the content? educational, inspiring, emotional, and somehow light enough for young readers but also enough for this mom to feel inspired reading it too! I hope they make more books because these are now my…”

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“We really enjoyed this book! My daughter is 10 years old and we felt the story was written well, and was age appropriate. It shared the story of an incredible activist, who made such a difference to life of Syrian Jewry, without feeling scary or heavy. It…”

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