Emily and the Golden Acorn - Hardcover

Kindergarten-Grade 2-- The old oak tree in Emily's garden is a source of many make-believe adventures for her and her brother. When a storm threatens, she makes a wish and the tree turns into a sailing ship that takes the children on a tumultuous voyage, almost to the end of the world. When they return safely from their fantastic outing, they discover that the tree has blown down. But there is a treasure that they bring back from their amazing trip: a golden acorn that will grow into another oak tree. The stylized ink and watercolor-washed illustrations portray the massive power of the tree, the storm, and the waves that toss the brave children's ship. The matter-of-fact tone of the seagoing journey is reminiscent of Ardizzone's Little Tim and the Brave Sea Captain (Puffin, 1983). --Carolyn Jenks, formerly at Oyster River Elementary School, Durham, NH
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