The Raft
Jim LaMarche
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
4.33
· 12 ratings · 40 pages · Published: 05 Apr 2000
Nicky isn't one bit happy about spending the summer with his grandma in the Wisconsin woods; he'd much rather be back in the city. He's not too thrilled about all the chores either—especially fishing. Before long, though, a raft appears in the nearby river, and it changes everything. As Nicky explores, the raft works a subtle magic on the obstinate young boy, opening up the wonders all around him: the animals of river and woods, his grandmother's humor and wisdom, and his own special talent as an artist.
This is a serene story about a summer in the woods, appreciating things—and people—in a whole new light, and discovering one's own talents. School Library Journal proclaimed, "this dazzling picture book is an artistic triumph." A note from the author describes the similarities between LaMarche's and Nicky's life.
Supports the Common Core State Standards
Tagged as:
- great outdoors 3
- animals 3
- realistic 3
- family 2
- action / adventure 2
- children 2
- summer 2
- exploration 1
- Add topics
- format - reader age
- book 1