One Wide River to Cross

Written by Barbara Emberley

Count along as Noah's Ark sails through a timeless folk tale.

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32 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a journey with Noah's Ark in a captivating counting tale inspired by an American folk song. Experience the vibrant interplay of colors and woodcut silhouettes as each page reveals a new number and animal pair. Will the ark safely navigate the wide river? Discover the rhythmic charm and visual delight of this classic story, perfect for young readers and collectors alike.

From the publisher

ONE WIDE RIVER TO CROSS, originally published in 1966, is a beloved Ed Emberley classic that received a Caldecott Honor in 1967. Illustrated in gorgeous woodcut simplicity, ONE WIDE RIVER TO CROSS tells a counting story about Noah’s Ark taken from an old American folk song, and adapted by Barbara Emberley. Vibrant colors complement the black silhouettes of the woodcut artwork. This vintage reissue is another Emberley treasure that is a must have for any great children’s book collection.