About This Book
Jon Agee's 'The Other Side of Town' is a delightful and whimsical picture book that follows a New York City taxi driver whose routine day is upended by a mysterious, oddly dressed passenger. What begins as a simple fare quickly transforms into an imaginative adventure to a hidden, fantastical world. Agee's distinctive art style and playful text create a memorable experience, perfect for sparking conversations about imagination, the unexpected, and finding wonder in everyday life. It's a quick, engaging read that will charm both children and adults.
A taxi cab driver in New York City gets very confused when he picks up a guy in a goofy suit.
Discussion Prompts
1
What do you think 'the other side of town' really means?
2
If you could take a taxi anywhere, where would you go?
3
Have you ever met someone who seemed a little different but turned out to be really interesting?
4
What was your favorite part of the strange world the cab driver visited?
5
How do you think the cab driver felt when he first saw his passenger?
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