{"product_id":"rushing-rising-and-painted-rust-maxine-gross-9781971712406","title":"Rushing, Rising, and Painted Rust","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen floodwaters threaten the historic African American community of Lakeland, two brave young friends discover that courage is not about being fearless. It is about taking action when others need you most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStormey and Skye spend their days exploring their neighborhood, riding bicycles, and enjoying life in their close-knit town. But when rising waters in Paint Branch signal an approaching flood, the girls spring into action. Armed with determination, quick thinking, and a deep love for their community, they race from door to door warning neighbors and helping families reach safety before disaster strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the rich history of Lakeland, Maryland, \u003cem\u003eRushing, Rising, and Painted Rust\u003c\/em\u003e is a heartwarming story of friendship, resilience, community responsibility, and the power of ordinary people working together during extraordinary times. Young readers will be inspired by Stormey and Skye's bravery while gaining insight into an important chapter of African American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children, families, educators, and community leaders, this beautifully illustrated story celebrates the enduring strength of a community united by love, determination, and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Maxine Gross\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 197171240X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781971712406\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Quill and Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/08\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.18lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.09d","brand":"Maxine Gross","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48852962803967,"sku":"9781971712406","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/rushing-rising-and-painted-rust-maxine-gross-9781971712406","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}