Out Into the Big Wide Lake
Out Into the Big Wide Lake
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Out Into the Big Wide Lake

Illustrated by Josee Bisaillon
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4 - 8
Reading age
48
Page count
510L
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May 18, 2021
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An empowering and necessary picture book about a young girl with Down syndrome who gains confidence and independence through a visit to her grandparents. It’s Kate’s first time visiting her grandparents on her own at their lakeside home. She’s nervous but excited at the adventure ahead. She helps her grandfather with his grocery deliveries by boat, where she meets all the neighbors, including a very grumpy old man named Walter. And she makes best friends with her grandparents’ dog, Parbuckle. Her grandmother even teaches her to pilot the boat all by herself! When her grandfather takes ill suddenly, it’s up to Kate – but can she really make all those deliveries, even to grumpy old Walter? She has to try! Based on the author’s sister, Kate is a lovable, brave, smart and feisty character who will capture your heart in this gorgeous and moving story about facing fears and gaining independence.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780735265592
    Publication Date
    May 18, 2021
    Publisher
    Tundra Books (NY)
    Page Count
    48
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2020936840
    Lexile® Level
    510L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~N
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.4

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