Long ago, before electricity brightened the city, the streetlamps of Little Italy had to be lit by hand every single night. Peppe lives in a small tenement apartment, and because his family is very poor, he decides he must find a job to help them survive.
He proudly takes on the role of the neighborhood lamplighter, bringing light to the dark streets. But his father is deeply disappointed, believing he came to America so his son could do something much better. Peppe struggles to win his father's respect while keeping the streets glowing.
Everything changes one evening when Peppe's work becomes more important than anyone could have imagined. This moving piece of history captures the true meaning of hard work, family loyalty, and finding light in the darkest places.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
36 Pages
