Brief reviews and thoughts about children's and young adult books by Minnesota authors (or illustrators), or about Minnesota. If I get the urge, it may also include ideas for using the books in the classroom. The emphasis is on books published since 1995, but don't be surprised if an oldie-but-goodie slips in occasionally.
Saturday, July 13, 2013
One Frozen Lake
Okay, I know it's hot and humid outside today (and we had a long cold winter), but this book will warm your heart anytime of year. One Frozen Lake tells about the winter-time fishing adventures of a grandfather and grandson as they drill holes, drop a line, visit with neighbors, and wait, (yes, wait) for a bite. Will they ever catch a fish? Maybe that isn't the point of this wonderful picture book by Deborah Jo Larson, with illustrations by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher. To some degree, it is also a counting book; and the "flannel shirt" illustrations add extra warmth. This title was recognized by the International Reading Association, by winning the Children's Fiction Award for Primary Fiction in 2013.
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