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“Somehow civics and getting involved with the mechanics of government have declined in our country. Fortunately, Nancy Pearson, in her lovely book, reminds us of the enduring rewards of what it means to be a citizen.”
“My kids dove right into this book, and it allowed me to share something I love with them! Thank you to the author for entering a new space where kids can understand their civic parents and their activities- not to mention their own power!”
REBECCA PERKINS KWOKA, NH Senate Minority Leader, and former city councilor
“Nancy Pearson has created a valuable and delightful learning tool to teach young school children about American civics. A+!.”
BARBARA MCQUAID, University of Michigan Law School professor and author of Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America
“Written with humor and humanity, Smalltown City and the Spirit of City Hall fills an urgent need for engaging resources to educate and inspire our youngest citizens. Smalltown City will be a classic in elementary schools for years to come.”
MARTHA MADSEN, former NH Civics executive director, current civics outreach coordinator at the NH Bar Association
“Nancy Pearson has crafted a valuable resource for parents, teachers and students with Smalltown City, championing the power of the people- especially children.”
DENISE WHEELER, educator, writer, and grassroots community advocate
A magical adventure story!
Unforgettable, diverse 3rd grade characters
Glossary of civics-related terms
3 Lesson plans included in the book
Written a former elementary school teacher and elected official
Introducing the first book in an early chapter series focused on civics and community engagement. The series demonstrates how children can influence local decision-makers, even before they are old enough to vote. The first book takes young readers on a third-grade field trip to city hall during a climate-related storm. The story's protagonists, Laila, Kehinde, Sasha, Mae, Martin, and a service dog named Dolly, have front row seats as they watch city hall in action. With a little help from a friendly spirit, they discover what it takes to run a small city, and the true meaning of community.
This book is at a third grade reading level and appropriate for grades 1-4