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Highlights
- A boy builds a unique boat of his own with some help from his community in this new picture book written and illustrated by Thyra Heder, the critically acclaimed author of Alfie.
- 4-8 Years
- 11.24" x 9.1" Hardcover
- 48 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Transportation
Description
About the Book
As Joe builds his boat, he is certain no one understands his vision, but when he cannot get his craft afloat he is dejected--thankfully the friends and family he has been ignoring are still there, ready to help him launch his creation and celebrate his achievement.Book Synopsis
A boy builds a unique boat of his own with some help from his community in this new picture book written and illustrated by Thyra Heder, the critically acclaimed author of Alfie.
Sal loves the water. All day, he thinks about it: being out there, just him and the waves, alone. More than anything else, he wants a boat. And he knows just what it would look like. So he decides to build it himself. It isn't long before everyone in town starts sharing advice. But Sal doesn't need their help. He knows just what he's building. And he does it! Except . . . he forgets one crucial detail--that no project, big or small, can be launched without a little help. From the acclaimed author-illustrator of Alfie and How Do You Dance? comes a clever and heartfelt tale about creativity, collaboration, and how you don't always have to be alone to be free. "Along with effectively capturing the setting's small-town feel in her watercolors, Heder depicts a light-skinned protagonist whose changing facial expressions and body language offer a positive study as he goes from intense, scowling concentration to delight, dismay, then despair, resignation, and, bit by bit, anger . . . A literally buoyant reminder that sometimes it takes a village." --Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)Review Quotes
**STARRED REVIEW**
"A lovely, luminous evening boat regatta concludes this thoughtful tale of imagination, determination, and community.--Booklist
**STARRED REVIEW**
"Along with effectively capturing the setting's small-town feel in her watercolors, Heder depicts a light-skinned protagonist whose changing facial expressions and body language offer a positive study as he goes from intense, scowling concentration to delight, dismay, then despair, resignation, and, bit by bit, anger... A literally buoyant reminder that sometimes it takes a village." --Kirkus Reviews
**STARRED REVIEW**
"In a film-worthy climax, Sal runs into a potentially tragic difficulty, and the diverse community of people that teased him before rallies to his rescue. Heder zooms in on the expressions that cross Sal's face as he realizes his error: frustration, tearful despair, and resolve. Sal's creation is the kind of inventive structure that beckons readers who daydream about adventure, and the resourceful realization of his vision offers deep satisfaction."--Publishers Weekly
About the Author
Thyra Heder is the author and illustrator of Fraidyzoo, The Bear Report, Alfie, and How Do You Dance? She is also a scenic designer and storyboard artist for film and advertising. She lives in Brooklyn.Dimensions (Overall): 11.24 Inches (H) x 9.1 Inches (W) x .45 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.14 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 48
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Transportation
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Theme: Boats, Ships & Underwater Craft
Format: Hardcover
Author: Thyra Heder
Language: English
Street Date: August 30, 2022
TCIN: 86257146
UPC: 9781419757501
Item Number (DPCI): 247-13-2493
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.45 inches length x 9.1 inches width x 11.24 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.14 pounds
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