Books like I Know Here by Laurel Croza
In the simple, beautifully written story "I Know Here," a little girl lives in a trailer in northeastern Saskatchewan while her father builds a dam. She knows every detail of her rural world—from the road and school to the forest where wolves howl and the hill she uses for tobogganing. When the dam nears completion, her family must move to Toronto, marked on her map by a big red star. The girl, guided by her teacher, discovers how to preserve the essence of her home in a new city. Matt James’s vibrant illustrations complement the narrative and resonate with anyone who has experienced the pain and hope of leaving home.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Laurel Croza
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