With Dad

By Richard Jackson, Brian Floca (Illustrator)

A boy treasures camping memories with his dad, now away at war, hoping for their return.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy cherishes memories of camping with his father near Michigan's Au Sable River. As his dad serves in the military, these moments become even more precious. Will they soon reunite to create new adventures? This heartfelt tale captures the enduring bond between father and son, especially poignant for military families.

From the publisher

A boy with a father in the military reflects on cherished memories of a camping trip with Dad in this warm, reassuring picture book. Written by acclaimed author Richard Jackson and illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Brian Floca, this timeless story is a perfect Father’s Day tribute. A red Jeep on a dirt road, two sets of hands on the wheel; fresh-caught trout grilling over a fire; a night in a sleeping bag, the moon glowing outside the tent. Camping with his dad near Michigan’s Au Sable river, a young boy collects these indelible memories, and more. Now war has called his father away, to drive a different kind of Jeep, and the memories are even more precious. One day soon, he hopes, Dad will come home, and they’ll be headed back into the woods, off to make more. Acclaimed editor and author Richard Jackson drew from his own experience for this tender story about the lasting impact of quality time with a parent, especially poignant for military families. Caldecott Medalist and Sibert Honoree Brian Floca’s warm, lively illustrations pair perfectly with Jackson’s timeless words. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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