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Description
East Side Story, set in the early 1900s on the Lower East Side of New York City, follows a young Russian immigrant girl and her older sister who work in the Triangle Shirtwaist factory sweatshop. The two sisters join a protest with other workers to try to improve the miserable working conditions in the factory. Through their activism, the Russian girl befriends an Italian immigrant classmate, highlighting the friendships that formed among diverse immigrant communities during this period.
Quick Summary
Two kids from completely different worlds must navigate the crowded streets of 1900s New York City, and their unlikely friendship proves that what makes you different might just be what makes you stick together. Kids will love watching these two street-smart friends look out for each other while discovering what it really means to belong somewhere. If your kid loves the heartfelt friendships in "Wonder" or the historical adventure of "Number the Stars," they'll be hooked on this. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who enjoy stories about connection and finding your place in the world.