Miss Little's Gift

In this autobiographical story, author Douglas Wood tells of how a special second grade teacher helped him learn to read despite his ADHD. A book that is featured in the story is The Little Island, a story that reflected some of Douglas' life experience while visiting northern Minnesota. Years later when he wrote Old Turtle, he sent a copy and special 'thank you' note to his former teacher. The bright warm illustrations by Jim Burke add atmosphere to the story.