Author: Liz Garton Scanlon
Illustrator: Ashley Wolff
Publisher: Beach Lane Books, 2015
Ages: 4-8
Themes: nature, hiking, Grand Canyon, stories in rhyme
Opening: Here’s a map, some boots, a pack, a walking stick, and sandy track.
Summary: (from my library catalog) Illustrations and simple rhyming text present a child who is hiking with a group into the Grand Canyon, enjoying the wonders of nature–whether a lizard, a picture on the stone, or a glimpse of the moon from the bottom..
I like this book because: it transports me! I haven’t hiked the Grand Canyon yet, but have hiked and camped not to far from there, and, as I said when I first saw some of the illustrations, I could feel the fine red sand building up in my shoes. And the gentle rhyming couplets give the sense of being right there with our young guide. Beautiful!
Resources/activities: plan a hike; list what will you need to take on a hike in your area; talk about the wildlife you might see on the hike and what clues could help to discover their presence; practice map reading.
For existing PPBF selections including resources and activities, go to Susanna Hill’s blog: HERE
Check out Ashley Wolff’s store by clicking on the image (available for purchase) below:
Evocative – my sort of book!
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Yup!
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Love the rich, saturated colors.
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Could soak in them!
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This looks great. I was pregnant with Enzo when I visited the Grand Canyon, so no hiking for me. 🙂 One day.
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One day for me too.
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I love Ashley’s art! And Liz’s writing is always lyrical and lovely.
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They make a great team!
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I do love Ashley’s art and can’t wait to see this one!
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It fulfills its promise!
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Beautiful! Great for little hikers (and big ones) everywhere!
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Makes you want to hit the trail now.
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Thanks for this in depth look. I’m adding this to my mentor texts for spareness of language and room for illustrations. So cool!
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I’m sure you’ll like it, Joanne!
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Love books that make you feel like you are experiencing what the book is about. Added to my to read list. Thanks for sharing Julie.
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Enjoy!
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Oh, neat! I have hiked the Grand Canyon and would love to re-hike it now from the comfort of my armchair. Definitely looking for this one!
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Haha! Lucky you!
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Beautiful! One day we may get to see the Grand Canyon, one day!
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I hope to visit you one day too!
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I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon either. One day …
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Good that the book brings one closer!
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The color is beautiful. It makes me want to go to the Grand Canyon.
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Thanks for your perseverance in commenting, Sue!
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Akismet finally fixed the problem, but won’t say what it was, only that I was not being flagged. Just glad things are back to normal. I love comments, so I figure so do others. I’m trying to get better about commenting–taking more time to read other blogs, etc. Have always loved your site!
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Thanks, Sue. I have had to cut back on reading blogs, but love to when I have a window.
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This sounds like a marvelous book! 😀
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Good for everyone, whether you’ve been out west or not!
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