Still Serving: The Inside Scoop on One Veteran’s Life (The Eastside Extra)
Written by Anita Storey
Illustrated by Nathalie Ortega
Published by Jolly Fish Press
Sixth graders Anika Veerkar, Benicio “Benny” Flores, and Libby Abrams have gotten used to being kicked out of their homes due to their endless questions. So when Anika’s mother sends them to the grocery store on an errand, they suspect their questions were the culprit once again.
But when they see who is behind the checkout counter, all of their trouble-making questions condense into one: Why does someone who could be retired choose to still work? Between popsicle breaks and jumps in the pool, this simple question leads the friends all around their community as they explore the facts and personal stories of veterans.
Anika, Benny, and Libby are neighborhood friends—and known to be relentlessly curious. They’re always asking questions, and their interest in sharing the answers has led them to start an online newsletter. Encouraged by their parents, they venture out into the community to investigate the most engaging stories.
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Primary ISBN: 9781631636509
Publication Date: September 2022
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Chapter Book, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Cuban/Cuban American, Indian/Indian American
Themes: Community Action, Cross-Group Friendship, Generation: 1st, Generation: 2nd, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Religious Background: Jewish
Setting: Unspecified
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Immigrant, 1st Generation, 2nd Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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