About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with a sense of injustice or witnessing news of a preventable disaster. This moving novel in verse explores the 1889 Johnstown Flood through the eyes of six children, highlighting the human cost of corporate negligence and the incredible strength of a community in crisis. It provides a safe space to discuss how we care for one another when those in power fail to do so. While the subject is heavy, the poetic format creates a necessary distance and beauty, making it accessible for middle grade readers. It is a profound tool for teaching empathy, accountability, and the importance of speaking truth to power, even in the wake of immense loss. Parents will appreciate how it honors the victims while focusing on the resilience of the survivors.
