The Legend of the Loon - (Hardcover) (Legend (Sleeping Bear)) (Hardcover)

~ Kathy-jo Wargin (Author) "For many centuries, the call of the loon has inspired and captivated people from many lands..." (more)
Key Phrases: Grandmother Lom

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Product Description

This legend is a story of the deep love that stays forever and ever in the sound of the loon that calls across the northern lakes. The Legend of the Loon is the story of a magical grandmother and her cherished relationship with her grandchildren. 2001 Children's Choice Award.

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The Legend of the Loon, tells of a magical grandmother and her cherished relationship with her grandchildren. Trips to the forest with her reveal the wonders of nature, from winter's frost to the miracle of newborn fawns. She tells them of the dream-soul, "where all of the things you believe in and wish for come together like earth and water and sky." Telling stories by firelight, the grandchildren notice Grandmother Lom's reflection on the water. "She looked as if she was wearing the night and the stars on her back, the northern lights as a beautiful necklace, and a kindled flame in her eyes..."

Written with the captivating poetry you've come to expect from author Kathy-jo Wargin and painted with mystery and wonder by illustrator Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen, this tale is a perfect addition to your Lengends collection as well as an enchanting introduction to the work of these legendary storytellers.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press; 1 edition (April 24, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 188694797X
• ISBN-13: 978-1886947979
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #603,096 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful to read and view, June 12, 2000

By	Robin S. Van Frankenhuyzen "robb-o" (bath) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Mr.VanFranknhuzen was in our area schools in Clinton Township for 5 days this spring and used his wonderful books as lessons for the children to draw. He was so good with the kids the time just flew. One of the things he shared with us was about the "secrets" of the Loon book. He told us how much fun he had painting hidden loons in almost all the paintings and the children as well as the adults had fun trying to find them all. I don't think we succeeded but we're still looking. The magical story in combination with the beautiful paintings are a joy to read and see. We wait anxiously for your next legend. Thank you.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Legend of the Loon, June 3, 2000

By	"allocke" (Michigan) - See all my reviews

The legend of the Loon by Kathy-Jo Wargin is another one of her great legends. Although it doesn't specifically mention Michigan it certainly could be. The grandmother becomes concerned when her grandchildren go out in a boat and are late coming back. The children are lost and finally find their way back by following the loon. Grandma turned into the loon to show them the way back to safety. Great for older kids, although our younger ones enjoy the story as well.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Charming story, June 28, 2000

By	Ruth E. (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

I read this story to my grandchildren today, and they loved it! We live on a lake where loons nest, and their call has always captivated us. I don't think I have ever heard a more beautiful tale that this one! My grandchildren are now calling every loon they see "grandmother lom". This story will be read again and again.