About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the feeling that the world is unfair or that big voices always drown out the small ones. It is a masterful choice for the budding activist who needs to see how strategic thinking and community solidarity can solve problems that feel insurmountable. Written as a mock history set in New York City, the story follows a group of humble pushcart peddlers who declare war on the giant trucking companies that are literally and figuratively squeezing them out of the streets. Through the lens of a fictionalized war, it explores themes of non-violent protest, the power of public opinion, and the importance of standing one's ground against bullies. It is a witty, intelligent read that respects a child's ability to understand complex social dynamics without ever feeling like a lecture.
