Atheneum Books for Young Readers, New York, 2007.
Hardcover edition, 48 pages, ISBN 978-1-4169-2436-4.
Floca has done his research in this wonderfully detailed non-fiction book for young audiences. The Author's Note contains a treasure trove of historical information regarding the now-extinct lightship branch of the Coast Guard. Meticulously labeled diagrams grace the end papers of the book.The drawings have clean lines with washes of watercolor which outline every rivet, hatch and mechanical feature of the ship. The text is almost poetic in nature as it tells of the crewmembers, the routines of their daily life on board, and how they fulfill their purpose in averting other ships from danger.
It is refreshing to find non-fiction with simple enough text to read aloud or to be readable by preschoolers. This is great material for a storytime about boats, or for poring over alone.
Robert F. Sibert Honor Book
ALA Notable Book
Booklist Starred Review
School Library Journal Starred Review
Bank Street Best Books of the Year
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