About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking big questions about economic inequality, social justice, or how a country recovers from a crisis. This stunning visual history uses the work of legendary photographers like Gordon Parks and Dorothea Lange to show how everyday Americans found dignity and courage during the Great Depression. It is a powerful tool for building empathy and historical perspective. Through 140 photographs, Sandler explores the resilience of diverse families across the United States. While the subject matter deals with hardship, poverty, and systemic racism, the book focuses on the human spirit and the power of art to advocate for change. It is an ideal choice for middle schoolers ready for a nuanced, realistic, yet hopeful look at American history and the ethics of storytelling.
