BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3), EL - ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH
Martin is a young boy that loves the river by his house. He spends as much time as he can exploring the area around his river and the animals that live there. When Martin's family must move to the city, he is devastated to leave his river. He finds a similar stream within the city, but knows nothing is exactly the same as his river. Lappano writes about finding hope when circumstances change and also about treasuring the things you love.
Sophie (age 6) is a librarian's daughter and is familiar with many books.
When asked, ""Sophie, what is your favorite book?"" she pondered for a while, then said ""Martin and the River"". She loves the feeling this book evokes and how much Martin just loves his river.
Bisaillon's colorful illustrations are gorgeous and pair beautifully with the words in the story. This is a calm and peaceful children's book that makes one think deeply about Martin and how he must be feeling. The book is a great read aloud that can introduce nature, belonging, and the difficulties children might face when they or their friends must move away.
Mariah Gerlach, MLS & Sophie, age 6
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