Where the River Begins
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Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 1984 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Where the River Begins

By Thomas Locker

A river's source beckons two boys and their grandfather on a mysterious journey.

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32 pages· 605 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Josh and Aaron embark on an adventurous camping trip with their grandfather, seeking the elusive source of the river that flows by their home. As they journey deeper into the wilderness, they encounter unexpected challenges and uncover secrets hidden in the heart of nature. Will they find what they seek, or will the river's mysteries remain unsolved?

From the publisher

Describes Josh and Aaron’s journey with their grandfather to the source of the river that flows past their house

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1984)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
605
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about riversBooks about grandpaBooks about campingBooks about natureBooks about brothers
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Book details

Publication
Published
September 17, 1984
First published
January 1, 1984
Publisher
Dial
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780803700895

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