Town is by the Sea
Throughout his day, a young boy thinks of his father who is working in the coal mine that is located underneath the ocean.
A young boy wakes up to the sound of the sea, visits his grandfather's grave after lunch and comes home to a simple family dinner, but all the while his mind strays to his father digging for coal deep down under the sea. Stunning illustrations by Sydney Smith show the striking contrast between a sparkling seaside day and the darkness underground where the miners dig.
With curriculum connections to communities and the history of mining, this beautifully understated and haunting story brings a piece of history to life. The ever-present ocean and inevitable pattern of life in a maritime mining town will enthrall children and move adult readers.
| SKU | 116953 |
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| ISBN | 9781554988716 |
| Language | English |
| Page Count | 52 |
| Product Type | Hardcover Books |
| Book Type | Picture Books |
| Additional Contributor | Sydney Smith |
| Primary Contributor | Joanne Schwartz |
| Age Groups | Ages 4 to 6, Ages 7 to 9 |
| Publisher | House of Anansi Press |