Debbie Levy: "The Friendship Train"

On one side of the ocean, a war had ended, leaving many in Europe without enough food. On the other side of the ocean, Americans asked, "How can we help?" The need was too great for any one person to fill—but what could people do if they joined together?

The answer was the Friendship Train, which ran from the West Coast to the East collecting good food for hungry bellies. Americans of all ages gave what they could. Especially children! They donated their allowances, sold newspapers, collected food from neighbors, loaded packages onto trucks and boxcars—all for strangers across the sea.

And in return, those strangers asked themselves How can we say "thank you"? Still recovering from the war, they didn't have a lot to give, but they found a way—their own train full of ways—to express their gratitude.

This heartwarming nonfiction book shows how small acts of kindness can grow, healing lives and helping turn strangers into friends.

About the Author:

Debbie Levy is the acclaimed author of many books for children, including the New York Times bestseller I Dissent, the Boston Globe-Horn Book award-winner This Promise of Change, The Year of Goodbyes, and Imperfect Spiral. She lives in the Chesapeake Bay area. You can find out more at debbielevybooks.com

About the Program:

• Doors will open to registered attendees at 3 pm.
• All registered in person attendees will receive a free copy of the book while supplies last.
• Free street parking and bike parking are available.

Host or Publisher Enoch Pratt Free Library