Following Papa's Song

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Hardcover
$18.99 US
11.31"W x 9.75"H x 0.34"D  
On sale Apr 03, 2014 | 40 Pages | 978-0-670-01315-9
| Up to Kindergarten
Reading Level: Lexile AD510L
“Papa?”asked Little Blue.

“Are we going very far?”

“Yes, Little Blue. We will travel farther

than we have ever gone before.”

As two whales swim together through the big ocean, Little Blue has many questions for Papa, especially ones about the long migration. How will they know the way? Will he be able to keep up? What will they see along the way?


Papa has answers for all these questions, but Little Blue remains curious as they begin their journey. What could be down below, where they can’t see? The answer is a magical world and Little Blue is enchanted . . .  until there is only darkness surrounding the young whale.  But if Little Blue is quiet and listens, can Little Blue hear Papa’s song?


Filled with the wonders of the ocean and the comfort of a father’s presence, Following Papa’s Song is a heartwarming story to be read again and again.

© Chris Honeysett
Gianna Marino has written and illustrated many highly acclaimed picture books, including Don’t Let Them Disappear by Chelsea Clinton. Gianna was born in San Francisco and spent her early years galloping horses through Golden Gate Park. She’s made a living as an apprentice to a muralist, a jewelry designer, a product designer, and a horse-carriage driver. Addicted to foreign adventure, Gianna has traveled the world, from Mongolia to Ethiopia to tiny towns in South America. Between explorations, she lives and works in Southern Colorado. You can visit Gianna Marino at GiannaMarino.com or follow her on Instagram @GiannaMarinoBooks or on Facebook at Facebook.com/GiannaMarino. View titles by Gianna Marino
PRAISE FOR FOLLOWING PAPA'S SONG:

"...exuberant and gorgeous..." —Publishers Weeklystarred review

"...a heartwarming reminder of how children learn to trust and listen for papas’ songs in our lives." —School Library Journalstarred review

"This beautifully executed book about the bond between father and child that can be as deep as the darkest sea and powerful enough to help navigate in times of trouble will resonate with readers both young and old."  —Kirkusstarred review

"A gorgeous, comforting book that provides a lovely counterpoint to Marino’s Meet Me at the Moon (2012)." —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S FIRST BOOK, MEET ME AT THE MOON:
 
"Marino's breathtaking panoramas make an already powerful story sing." —Publishers Weeklystarred review
 
"The textured mixed-media art paired with the flowing text elevates this title above most missing-mama fare ... Radiating warmth and comfort, this distinguished title strikes home." —Kirkusstarred review
 
"Heartfelt and sincere, yet never cloying, this will work well one on one or in story hours." —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S SECOND BOOK, TOO TALL HOUSES:

"The animals are full of heartfelt emotions, from anger and frustration to happy contentment...This story about friendship and togetherness contains a great lesson without being didactic or moralizing and should be welcome in most collections." —School Library Journalstarred review

"The well-turned, dialogue-rich narrative complements the sunny visuals, making this an excellent choice for one-on-one or group read-alouds...Another winner for rising star Marino."  —Kirkusstarred review

“…a story of friendship that youngsters can understand and relate to.” —Library Media Connection

Following Papa's Song | Read Aloud Flip-Along Book | Brightly Storytime<br/>

About

“Papa?”asked Little Blue.

“Are we going very far?”

“Yes, Little Blue. We will travel farther

than we have ever gone before.”

As two whales swim together through the big ocean, Little Blue has many questions for Papa, especially ones about the long migration. How will they know the way? Will he be able to keep up? What will they see along the way?


Papa has answers for all these questions, but Little Blue remains curious as they begin their journey. What could be down below, where they can’t see? The answer is a magical world and Little Blue is enchanted . . .  until there is only darkness surrounding the young whale.  But if Little Blue is quiet and listens, can Little Blue hear Papa’s song?


Filled with the wonders of the ocean and the comfort of a father’s presence, Following Papa’s Song is a heartwarming story to be read again and again.

Author

© Chris Honeysett
Gianna Marino has written and illustrated many highly acclaimed picture books, including Don’t Let Them Disappear by Chelsea Clinton. Gianna was born in San Francisco and spent her early years galloping horses through Golden Gate Park. She’s made a living as an apprentice to a muralist, a jewelry designer, a product designer, and a horse-carriage driver. Addicted to foreign adventure, Gianna has traveled the world, from Mongolia to Ethiopia to tiny towns in South America. Between explorations, she lives and works in Southern Colorado. You can visit Gianna Marino at GiannaMarino.com or follow her on Instagram @GiannaMarinoBooks or on Facebook at Facebook.com/GiannaMarino. View titles by Gianna Marino

Praise

PRAISE FOR FOLLOWING PAPA'S SONG:

"...exuberant and gorgeous..." —Publishers Weeklystarred review

"...a heartwarming reminder of how children learn to trust and listen for papas’ songs in our lives." —School Library Journalstarred review

"This beautifully executed book about the bond between father and child that can be as deep as the darkest sea and powerful enough to help navigate in times of trouble will resonate with readers both young and old."  —Kirkusstarred review

"A gorgeous, comforting book that provides a lovely counterpoint to Marino’s Meet Me at the Moon (2012)." —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S FIRST BOOK, MEET ME AT THE MOON:
 
"Marino's breathtaking panoramas make an already powerful story sing." —Publishers Weeklystarred review
 
"The textured mixed-media art paired with the flowing text elevates this title above most missing-mama fare ... Radiating warmth and comfort, this distinguished title strikes home." —Kirkusstarred review
 
"Heartfelt and sincere, yet never cloying, this will work well one on one or in story hours." —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S SECOND BOOK, TOO TALL HOUSES:

"The animals are full of heartfelt emotions, from anger and frustration to happy contentment...This story about friendship and togetherness contains a great lesson without being didactic or moralizing and should be welcome in most collections." —School Library Journalstarred review

"The well-turned, dialogue-rich narrative complements the sunny visuals, making this an excellent choice for one-on-one or group read-alouds...Another winner for rising star Marino."  —Kirkusstarred review

“…a story of friendship that youngsters can understand and relate to.” —Library Media Connection

Media

Following Papa's Song | Read Aloud Flip-Along Book | Brightly Storytime<br/>

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