The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
Mordicai Gerstein
My Rating: 5 out of 5
Genre: Picture book/historical non-fiction/Caldecott Award
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers is a beautifully illustrated book, earning the 2004 Caldecott Medal. It tells the true story of Phillippe Petit, a man who walked on a tightrope stretched between the space of the World Trade Center in New York City on August 7, 1974, and delicately approaches the September 11, 2001 tragedy in New York City.
Overall, I really enjoyed this beautiful piece of literature because it intertwines two significant events in American history - a day of joy and a day of tragedy, and emphasizes the importance of perseverance, courage and remembrance. The large, fold-out illustrations make it a fantastic read-aloud. Combining adventure, suspense and delight, it is an essential addition to the book shelf of any second through fourth grade teacher.
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