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Otter, the Spotted Frog and the Great Flood : A Creek Indian Story by Gerald Hausman (2013, Picture Book)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherWorld Industries wisdom, Incorporated

ISBN-101937786129

ISBN-139781937786120

eBay Product ID (ePID)169522709

Product Key Features

Book TitleOtter, the Spotted Frog and the Great Flood : a Creek Indian Story

Number of Pages36 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPeople & Places / Asia, Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, Fairy Tales & Folklore / General, General, Animals / General, People & Places / United States / Native American

Publication Year2013

IllustratorShiloh, Ramon, Yes

GenreJuvenile Fiction

AuthorGerald Hausman

FormatPicture Book

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight14.1 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width8.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

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ReviewsShiloh's images of Otter and other animals are so beautifully done and he keeps his illustrations so amazingly simple, you never get distracted from the story., eoeShilohe(tm)s images of Otter and other animals are so beautifully done and he keeps his illustrations so amazingly simple, you never get distracted from the story.e, *Starred Review* In this Creek flood story, the world is populated by "animal people"; the Noah figure is a river otter, eloquently named Listener, and the flood prophecy--as well as instructions for building a watertight raft, anchored to "the tallest water oak in the woods"--comes in the form of a song from bright-green Spotted Frog. In beautifully direct prose, Hausman evokes Listener's diligence and the watery cataclysm he survives: "Far below the gloom, fish flew like silent birds through the sunken trees. Alligators and manatees swam through the silence of the deepening flood." The story's second half, in which a lonely but patient Listener struggles to find companionship (he is eventually rewarded with both a mate and transformation into a human being) may test some younger readers' patience, but Shiloh's (Star Stories for Little Dreamers) illustrations, which have a hand-painted quality, should hold their attention. The pictures are woven into the story and range from folk art-like motifs to strikingly realistic portraiture, creating a sense of a Native American illuminated manuscript. Ages 4-8., Hausman's vivid storytelling combines masterfully with Shiloh's stunning, colorful images to make this cautionary environmental tale compelling and enjoyable. It is highly recommended for families to read aloud., Like the best traditional tales, this is a story that both entertains and contains meaningful teachings that can be interpreted on more than one level. It's a celebration of life, of the power of spirit and of the importance of listening to all of Creation--from the greatest voice to the most humble. It is also as beautifully designed and illustrated as it is told with luminous artwork by Ramon Shiloh., *Starred Review* In this Creek flood story, the world is populated by animal people"; the Noah figure is a river otter, eloquently named Listener, and the flood prophecyas well as instructions for building a watertight raft, anchored to the tallest water oak in the woods"comes in the form of a song from bright-green Spotted Frog. In beautifully direct prose, Hausman evokes Listener's diligence and the watery cataclysm he survives: Far below the gloom, fish flew like silent birds through the sunken trees. Alligators and manatees swam through the silence of the deepening flood." The story's second half, in which a lonely but patient Listener struggles to find companionship (he is eventually rewarded with both a mate and transformation into a human being) may test some younger readers' patience, but Shiloh's (Star Stories for Little Dreamers) illustrations, which have a hand-painted quality, should hold their attention. The pictures are woven into the story and range from folk art-like motifs to strikingly realistic portraiture, creating a sense of a Native American illuminated manuscript. Ages 4-8. Publishers Weekly Like the best traditional tales, this is a story that both entertains and contains meaningful teachings that can be interpreted on more than one level. It's a celebration of life, of the power of spirit and of the importance of listening to all of Creation--from the greatest voice to the most humble. It is also as beautifully designed and illustrated as it is told with luminous artwork by Ramon Shiloh. -- Joseph Bruchac Hausman's vivid storytelling combines masterfully with Shiloh's stunning, colorful images to make this cautionary environmental tale compelling and enjoyable. It is highly recommended for families to read aloud." -- Michael Oren Fitzgerald Ramon is an amazing storyteller and his style of illustration really brings the pages to life." -- Chris Eyre Director of Smoke Signals Shiloh's images of Otter and other animals are so beautifully done and he keeps his illustrations so amazingly simple, you never get distracted from the story." -- Kathy Peltier, Daughter of Leonard Peltier, eoeHausmane(tm)s vivid storytelling combines masterfully with Shilohe(tm)s stunning, colorful images to make this cautionary environmental tale compelling and enjoyable. It is highly recommended for families to read aloud.e

Grade FromKindergarten

Grade ToThird Grade

SynopsisWhen Spotted Frog tells of a great flood that is about to destroy their homes, all of the animals ignore his warnings, except Listener the Otter. Ridiculed by the other animals, Listener heeds Spotted Frog's predictions and begins to build a raft to try and survive the impending disaster. But will his efforts be enough? This charming children's book warns us to listen to the wisdom of nature and the environment. Based on a traditional story from the Creek Indians of northern Florida and Georgia, this book is retold by award-winning author and storyteller Gerald Hausman, and is brought to life by the powerful images of Ramon Shiloh. This universal tale is imbued with Native American wisdom that is even more prescient now, with the conditions of global warming that threaten our world., When Spotted Frog tells of a great flood that is about to destroy their homes, all of the animals ignore his warnings, except Listener the Otter. Ridiculed by the other animals, Listener heeds Spotted Frog's predictions and begins to build a raft to try and survive the impending disaster. But will his efforts be enough? This charming children's book warns us to listen to the wisdom of nature and the environment., Based on a traditional story from the Creek Indians of northern Florida and Georgia, this book warns us to listen to the wisdom of nature and the environment.