That Book Woman
What's That Book Woman About
Offers the story of the Pack Horse Librarian who traveled to remote regions throughout the United States during the Depression to deliver books and a stubborn boy who refused to give reading a try. 50,000 first printing.
What Kind of Book is That Book Woman
Reviews
While to my understanding this is not based on one specific true story, it does honor the pack horse librarians as a special part of American history. David Small's illustrations are lovely and I love the emphasis on facial expressions, particularly the little boy's as his opinion of books changes from one of disgust and annoyance to true enjoyment as he witnesses the librarian's commitment to bringing new books to his family come what may. The story is definitely on the longer side and may be geared towards a bit of an older audience, but it is beautifully written and provides an accessible glimpse into one small piece of isolated Appalachian life.
Book Lists That Include That Book Woman
The Creative Behind the Book
Heather Henson lives on a farm in Kentucky with her husband and three children, and is the author of several critically acclaimed picture books and novels, including the Christopher Award–winning That Book Woman and Dream of Night.
What Has Heather Henson Said About This Book
Nothing yet! Let Heather Henson know that you want to hear from them about their book.
More Books by Heather Henson
Other Books You Might Enjoy If You Liked That Book Woman
Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781416908128
- Publication Date
- October 7, 2008
- Publisher
- Atheneum Books for Young Readers
- Page Count
- 40
- Audience
- Picture
- Reading Age
- 4 - 8 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 2007018156
- WorldCat Number (OCLC)
- 138339595
- Lexile® Level
- AD920L
- Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
- ~V
- ATOS® Book Level
- 4.3
- Accelerated Reader® Points
- 0.5
- Accelerated Reader Quiz
- 124697
- Accelerated Reader Interest Level
- LG
Contribute to this page
Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.