About The Book

What's Up
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Come along with Dr. Jerry Strissel as he creates a vibrant portrayal of the Strissel family’s struggles and achievements, bringing motivation for your own incredible journey. Take a look at history with this compelling book!

A gripping story that revolves around generations and time, What’s Up Doc engages readers. Dr. Jerry Strissel artfully integrates the history of the Strissel family, from Denison, Iowa, to the renowned Denison Candy Kitchen, into a unified whole. The book reveals the growth of positive attitudes and work ethics for more than 100 years through tales of ingenuity, struggle, and enduring connections with family.

It explores the human spirit and resiliency and goes beyond family history. Uncover the stories behind long-lasting family legacies influenced by outbreaks of polio and Denison’s founding. This book serves as an invitation to consider your path while drawing inspiration from the incredible stories of the Strissel family.

Goals Of The Book

The book holds a number of key learning objectives that readers will acquire after reading it.

Perseverance in the Presence of Adversity:

The Strissel family’s story demonstrates perseverance, as they overcame hardships from farming to health problems like Polio.

Inheritance of Family Bonds:

The Strissel family’s lasting links throughout several generations provide an excellent example of the durability and characteristics of family bonds.

Work Ethics:

Observing trends of business for more than a century, we may see determined work habits and innovative mindset.

A Positive Mentality:

The Strissel family history illustrates how conquering adversities like polio can foster an optimistic perspective on life.