A River Ran Wild by Lynne Cherry

A River Ran Wild by Lynne Cherry

Beloved author of the classic The Great Kapok Tree, Lynne Cherry explores the true story of the Nashua River in Massachusetts in this nonfiction picture book about restoration, renewal, and environmental consciousness.



Over 7,000 years ago Native Americans settled on the Nashua River, a beautiful and leafy valley. But the industrialization of nearby areas would lead to the deterioration of natural habitats. Each double spread examines brief periods of time when the river and surrounding areas teemed with wildlife. Lynne Cherry's contrasting illustrations of the lush valley and the eventual polluted river deliver an astonishing look at our dramatic need for conservation efforts. This pictorial history of the river, edging towards a hopeful scene of modern-day descendants of both Native Americans and European settlers who come together to combat pollution and restore the beauty of the river, is an intelligent tale that shows young readers how they can do their part in taking care of the world around them, one river at a time.

Lynne Cherry has written and/or illustrated over thirty award-winning children's books. The Big Kapok Tree and A River Ran Wild, two of her best-selling books, urge children to protect the environment. Lynne speaks widely--and passionately--about how children can make a difference in a democratic society, and how they can change the world if they care deeply about something. She shows educators how incorporating nature into the curriculum makes a child's learning more relatable. Lynne's writings are motivated by her passion for the outdoors, and she enjoys canoeing and hiking.

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ISBN 13	9780152163723
ISBN 10	0152163727
Title	A River Ran Wild
Author	Lynne Cherry
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Elsevier Australia
Year published	1992-03-15
Number of pages	30
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.