by Joyce Sidman (Author), Beckie Prange (Illustrator)
A 2006 Caldecott Honor Book
From spring's first thaw to autumn's chill, the world of the pond is a dramatic place. Though seemingly quiet, ponds are teeming with life and full of surprises. Their denizens--from peepers to painted turtles, duckweed to diving beetles--lead secret and fascinating lives. A unique blend of whimsy, science, poetry, and hand-colored woodcuts, this Caldecott Honor-winning collection invites us to take a closer look at our hidden ponds and wetlands. Here is a celebration of their beauty and their mystery.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.36 x 11.82 x 9.96 IN
Publication Date: April 04, 2005
Award: Caldecott Medal (2006)
Award: Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award (2007)
Award: Minnesota Book Award (2006)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Song of the Water Boatman: And Other Pond Poems
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 5
Point Value: 0.5