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Stronger is the story of George, a young boy who emigrated from Germany to America as an indentured servant in 1893.
Historical Nonfiction
"Fantastic resource for elementary school teachers introducing the concept of immigration. Wonderful story and beautiful illustrations backed with primary source documents to add historical accuracy. Highly recommend." - L. Parker
"As a teacher, I so appreciate the use of primary sources, actual maps, and the index of activities at the back of the book. As a mom, I really loved the compelling story of immigration and overcoming adversity this book tells. This is a part of American history that not many of us know about, and I am grateful to Ms. Peckman for providing the information!" - E. Hayes
"'Stronger' is not only George’s story and quest for the American Dream, but it’s one that millions of Americans share. Filled with primary and secondary sources, beautiful illustrations, and innovative line drawings, “Stronger” invites the reader to join George as he struggles to build on his strength and tenacity toward reaching his goal of achieving the American Dream. Excellent read aloud about immigration for the classroom teacher and families searching for their own roots. Must read!" - K. Kraynak
"Stronger exemplifies what makes America so unique in the world. This is a wonderful story of an immigrant boy who became an indentured servant to pay his passage to the New World from Germany. He and his family worked hard to make their American dream a reality." - H. Morgan
"As both a high school teacher and an elementary aged Reading Specialist, I'm always looking for migration stories that students are able to connect with as well as learn from. Stronger remarkably does both as a mirror and a window. The character's migration is one students will not be familiar with, but the struggles of the migrant are one they will certainly connect to. Not only does it tell a beautiful tale of a young man's journey and life thereafter, it employs remarkable figurative language as well. The tale exemplifies sensory images, alliteration, consonance, similes, and more - making it not only an enjoyable story, but a valuable learning tool." - C. Litton
