Song of the Water Boatman
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2005 · Est. 16 min read-aloud

Song of the Water Boatman

Written by Joyce Sidman · Illustrated by Beckie Prange

Discover the hidden drama and secrets of a vibrant pond ecosystem.

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32 pages· 2,077 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud· ~780L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore the enchanting world of a pond, where life thrives beneath the surface. From the first thaw of spring to autumn's chill, uncover the secret lives of creatures like peepers and painted turtles. This collection, blending whimsy, science, and poetry, invites you to witness the beauty and mystery of wetlands through vivid woodcuts. What secrets will you discover in this hidden world?

"Here hunts the heron, queen of the pond,/that spears the fish/that swallows the frog/that gulps the bug/that nabs the nymph/that drinks the flea/that eats the algae, green and small,/in the depths of the summer pond."

— from the book

From the publisher

A 2006 Caldecott Honor Book From spring’s first thaw to autumn’s chill, the world of the pond is a dramatic place. Though seemingly quiet, ponds are teeming with life and full of surprises. Their denizens–from peepers to painted turtles, duckweed to diving beetles–lead secret and fascinating lives. A unique blend of whimsy, science, poetry, and hand-colored woodcuts, this Caldecott Honor-winning collection invites us to take a closer look at our hidden ponds and wetlands. Here is a celebration of their beauty and their mystery.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (2006)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
2,077
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~780L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~S
Scholastic level
S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
84962
Publication
Published
April 4, 2005
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Text details
The text of this book is set in Nicolas Jenson & Scala Sans.
Illustration details
The illustrations are woodblock hand-colored with watercolor.
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618135479
LCCN
2002000477
OCLC
50322980

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