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K-Gr 1 A story that is less logical than psychological. Readers are skipped like a stone across a quick series of events in the day of an unnamed boy. The unifying factor is the constant reminder that there are uncontrollable, scary things out there (trains, heights, sharks). While the child sleeps, a squall arises; italics and shimmering scenes from his subconscious mind alert readers to the secon...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

All in all, it's a busy, happy day: the boy goes fishing, to the beach, and to a carnival; still, warnings abound (grandfather: "Not too close.... It's a long way down"; cousin: "Watch out for sharks!"; uncle: "Hold on tight"). No wonder a busy night's dreams follow, partaking of both events and warnings...Log In or Sign Up to Read More