Watersong

By: Tim McCanna, Richard Smythe (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 1 March 2017

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McCanna s carefully chosen words are nearly all onomatopoeia, a cacophony of water sounds that resonates on tongue and ear, demanding to be read aloud Beautiful. Kirkus Reviews, starred review In glorious onomatopoeia, Tim McCanna takes the reader on a dazzling journey as a fox seeks shelter from a rainstorm. Drip Drop Plip Plop Pitter Patter Pat. As the rain begins, a little fox seeks shelter. But then it builds and builds into to a torrential storm. Wash! Wham! Lash! Whirl! Bash! Swirl! Hiss! Slap! Slam! Both a visual feast and a joy to read aloud, this stunning picture book showcases the power and beauty of nature.

About the Author

Tim McCanna worked in advertising, wrote musicals, and played accordion in several bands around the country before becoming a children’s book author. His first picture book, Teeny Tiny Trucks, was called a “clever rhyming adventure” by Kirkus Reviews. Tim lives in Mountain View, California, with his wife and two kids.

About the Illustrator

Richard Smythe is making a splash in the book world with his first three books: Beep Beep Beep Time for Sleep, Water Song, and Dozy Bear and the Secret of Sleep. He’s been drawing since he was little, when he would deface his sister’s homework. Since then he has received an MFA in illustration from the University of Hertfordshire. Richard lives in the United Kingdom.

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McCanna's carefully chosen words are nearly all onomatopoeia, a cacophony of water sounds that resonates on tongue and ear, demanding to be read aloud. . . . Beautiful.

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