The Little Town of Himlerville

By Joe Clark

The Little Town of Himlerville by Joe Clark

Can one person's dream change a whole community? In this heartwarming children's book, kids will journey to Himlerville, Kentucky, a coal mining town founded by immigrant Martin Himler in the early 1900s.

Told in a simple, engaging way with colorful illustrations, this book introduces children to the real history of a community built on teamwork, hope, and cultural pride.

Inside, children will discover:

How Martin Himler dreamed of building a town where miners and families could thrive

How families worked together to build homes, schools, gardens, and even their own newspaper

Why Himlerville's story still matters today

This book is perfect for:

Children ages 5-10

Classrooms, homeschool lessons, and history projects

Families who enjoy stories about heritage, teamwork, and the power of dreams

✨ Inspire young readers with the true story of Himlerville-where even the smallest towns can create the biggest legacies.

NOTE: A portion of the proceeds from this book go to support the Save The Himler House Project, helping preserve an important part of Appalachian and immigrant history.

For more information on Save The Himler House, visit HimlerHouse.com

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FT3HBW8P
• ISBN13: 9798267562096
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"