Flecha al Sol

by Gerald McDermott

Overview

"A translation of McDermott's Caldecott winner. In this Pueblo folktale, a boy is transformed into an arrow so that he may travel between the sun and the Earth to search for his father. The wonderful illustrations have a Native American motif, with geometric shapes painted in bright desert colors that graphically convey the boy's experiences. Perfect for storytelling and independent reading."—School Library Journal

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780140543643
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	02/28/1991
Series:	Picture Puffin Books Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	40
Sales rank:	600,646
Product dimensions:	9.00(w) x 7.94(h) x 0.14(d)
Language:	Spanish
Lexile:	400L (what's this?)
Age Range:	3 - 7 Years

About the Author

Gerald McDermott was an award-winning author, illustrator, and filmmaker who was remembered for his unique style of vibrant, visual storytelling. His picture books feature folktales and cultures from all around the world.

Editorial Reviews

K-Gr 3-- A translation of McDermott's Caldecott winner. In this Pueblo folktale, a boy is transformed into an arrow so that he may travel between the sun and the Earth to search for his father. The wonderful illustrations have a Native American motif, with geometric shapes painted in bright desert colors that graphically convey the boy's experiences. Perfect for storytelling and independent reading.

School Library Journal