The Lost Lake
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

The Lost Lake

By Allen Say

A father and son seek a hidden lake, escaping the tourist crowds.

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32 pages· 1,263 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Luke and his father venture into the wilderness, leaving behind the crowded shores of a once-secret lake. Their quest for a 'lost lake' promises discovery and solitude, but what will they find in the untouched wild? As they journey deeper, the natural world reveals its many moods, challenging their bond and resolve. Will they uncover the peace they seek, or will the wilderness hold unexpected surprises? This tale of exploration and connection invites readers to embark on a journey of their own, where nature's beauty and mystery await at every turn.

From the publisher

Luke and his father, who is disgusted by the tourists surrounding the once secluded lake of his childhood, hike deeper into the wilderness to find a “lost lake” of their own. “Say’s watercolor paintings, embracing the many moods of the natural world, . . . really command attention. Readers will feel that they have been on their own journey of discovery.” – Horn Book

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,263
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
540L
Themes & topics
Books about campingBooks about familyBooks about parentsBooks about outdoor activitiesBooks about father-son relationships
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
April 27, 1992
First published
January 1, 1989
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780395630365

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