Fishing in the Air
Fishing in the Air by Sharon Creech is a First Edition picture book published by HarperCollins on September 5, 2000. This 32-page work invites readers to join a father and son on a journey to a secret place where they aim to catch not just fish, but also memories and the beauty of nature. The narrative captures the essence of their adventure, highlighting the bond between parent and child through vivid imagery and lyrical prose.
In this book, readers will discover the joy of exploration and the simple pleasures found in nature, as the characters cast their lines into the air, symbolizing the imaginative experiences shared between them. The illustrations by Chris Raschka enhance the storytelling, bringing to life the emotions and feelings associated with family connections and the natural world. Fishing in the Air serves as a gentle reminder of the gifts of imagination and the lasting impact of shared moments between generations.
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We were going on a
journey, to a secret place.
We’d catch the air!
We’d catch the breeze!
A father and son set out early one morning in search of a cool, clear river in which to fish. With their lines and bobbers, they cast high into the air catching memories, discoveries, and
a bubble of breeze
and a sliver of sky
and a slice of yellow sun.
The first picture book by Sharon Creech, Newbery award-winning author of Walk Two Moons, is a lyrical portrait of the bond between a father and son. Caldecott Honor recipient Chris Raschka’s illustrations shimmer in pools of color and light, making Fishing in the Air a beautiful reminder of the gift of imagination a parent passes on to a child — and a child gladly shares in return.
AWARDS: Best Children’s Books 2000 (PW) and Lasting Connections 2001 (Book Links)
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