About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is stuck in bed with a fever and feeling restless, lonely, or bored. It is the perfect antidote to the confinement of illness, offering a gentle transition from the frustration of being sick to the expansive freedom of the imagination. Mark, a young boy home from school, receives a box of fishing flies from his uncle that transports him into a vivid, dreamlike world where he learns the quiet art of catch and release. Allen Say’s breathtaking watercolors and calm pacing make this an ideal choice for the 4 to 8 age range. Beyond the magical adventure, the story touches on deep themes of environmental stewardship and the importance of family bonds. It validates a child's internal world, showing that even when the body is still, the mind can travel to extraordinary places. Parents will appreciate how it models a respectful relationship with nature and provides a soothing, meditative reading experience.
