GONE FISHING recently received a starred review from School Library Journal. Here's an excerpt:
"...Teachers will appreciate the seamless introduction to different poetic forms including rhyming lists, concrete poems, ballads, and haiku. Wissinger deftly plies her craft to ensure that the use of poetry enhances the readability of the story. She includes a “Poet’s Tackle Box” to complete this solid introduction to poetic form. Cordell’s whimsical line drawings complement the poetry by capturing the adventurous spirit and humor that this story demands. Hearing it aloud, children will appreciate the rollicking tale and the lyrical verse, while young readers will be able to enjoy the book independently..."
–Carole Phillips, Greenacres Elementary School, Scarsdale, NY
For a look at the full review, you can click on this link - where GONE FISHING is the Pick of the Day today, July 8, 2013. SLJ Pick of the Day: GONE FISHING
07.08.2013