Keeping the City Going
Published: 2022
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"Keeping the City Going" by J.D. Jackson explores the intricacies of urban life through the eyes of its diverse inhabitants. As the city faces various challenges—from economic downturns to social upheaval—ordinary citizens band together, demonstrating resilience and solidarity. Through a tapestry of interconnected narratives, the story highlights the struggles and triumphs of those trying to make a difference in their community. Amidst the chaos, unexpected friendships are forged, and the power of hope emerges as a driving force. The novel ultimately celebrates the spirit of a city that refuses to be broken, as its people strive to keep it thriving. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
This book was published in 2022 by Dreamscape Media .
Brian Floca is the author and illustrator of Locomotive , winner of the 2013 Caldecott Medal; Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11 , a Robert F. Sibert Honor Book and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book; Lightship , also a Sibert Honor Book; and Racecar Alphabet , an ALA Notable Children's Book. He has illustrated Avi's Poppy Stories, Kate Messner's Marty McGuire novels, and Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan's Ballet for Martha: Making Appalachian Spring , a Sibert Honor Book and winner of the Orbis Pictus Award. You can visit him online at BrianFloca. com.