Pond

"A loving portrayal of a never-forgotten connection with the natural world." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "It's a...
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Author: Jim LaMarche
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Language: English
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Pond by LaMarche, Jim

Pond

CHF 26.09

Pond

CHF 26.09
Author: Jim LaMarche
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
"A loving portrayal of a never-forgotten connection with the natural world." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"It's a powerful vision of making one's own wild place, with no special equipment or expenditure required." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

The joy of the seasons, the wonder of discovery, and the appreciation and respect for the natural world is at the heart of this book, drawn from the childhood of award-winning illustrator Jim LaMarche.

When Matt is out for a late winter hike he sees a trickle of water in the old deserted and junk filled dirt pit at the edge of his neighborhood. With quiet appreciation, Matt can imagine the pond that must once have been there, shining in the early spring light, freezing in the winter for skating and the perfect place for swimming in the summer.

Can Matt's discovery transform a forgotten pond to its natural wonder? With his idea of making the pond whole again, Matt rallies his friends, Katie and Pablo, and together they work through the spring, clearing debris, moving rocks to hold the water, and looking for leaks. But would there be enough water to fill the pond? Can they bring the pond back?

Author: Jim LaMarche
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published: 09/13/2016
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.75h x 11.44w x 0.44d
ISBN: 9781481447355
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 191015 / Pond


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/20/2016
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2016
Booklist 09/01/2016 pg. 114
School Library Journal 10/01/2016 pg. 78

About the Author
LaMarche, Jim: - Jim LaMarche is one of the most talented artists working in children's books today. His many successful books include Rainbabies by Laura Kraus Melmed and Albert by Donna Jo Napoli, which was selected as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book; and Up and Raft, which he also wrote. Most recently he illustrated The Carpenter's Gift by David Rubel and Puma Dreams by Tony Johnston. Jim lives in Santa Cruz, California.

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