The Little Chapel That Stood facts for kids
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| Author | A. B. Curtiss |
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| Illustrator | Mirto Golino |
| Cover artist | Mirto Golino |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Picture book |
| Published | 2003, Oldcastle Publishing |
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| Pages | 40 pages |
| ISBN | 0932529771 |
The Little Chapel That Stood is a children's picture book from 2003. It was written by A. B. Curtiss and has beautiful pictures by Mirto Golino. The book tells the amazing story of St. Paul's Chapel. This old chapel is very close to where the Twin Towers once stood in New York City.
The story focuses on how the chapel survived the September 11 attacks. Even though it was less than 100 meters (about 328 feet) from the destroyed towers, the chapel stayed standing. It became a safe place for rescue workers after the attacks. The book's cover shows a watercolor painting by Mirto Golino. It pictures the chapel surrounded by tall buildings in Manhattan in 2001. The title of the book reminds people of the classic children's story, The Little Engine That Could.
About the Book
This book has been used in schools to help children learn about a difficult event. It is a good way to start conversations about what happened on September 11. The name "Little Chapel that Stood" has also become a common way to talk about the chapel itself.
St. Paul's Chapel: A Place of History
St. Paul's Chapel is a very old church in New York City. It was built in 1766. Many important people have visited it, including George Washington. He prayed there after he became the first President of the United States. The chapel is part of Trinity Church. It is known for its beautiful design and long history.
The Chapel's Role After September 11
On September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers were destroyed. This happened very close to St. Paul's Chapel. Even though many buildings around it were damaged, the chapel was not harmed. It was protected by a large sycamore tree and other buildings.
After the attacks, the chapel became a special place. It was a rest stop and a place of comfort for thousands of rescue workers. These brave people worked tirelessly at the World Trade Center site. Volunteers at the chapel provided food, beds, and support for them. The chapel stayed open 24 hours a day for many months. It was a symbol of hope and strength during a very tough time.
