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Blueberries for Sal Paperback – September 30, 1976

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What happens when Sal and her mother meet a mother bear and her cub? A Caldecott Honor Book!

Kuplink, kuplank, kuplunk! Sal and her mother a picking blueberries to can for the winter. But when Sal wanders to the other side of Blueberry Hill, she discovers a mama bear preparing for her own long winter. Meanwhile Sal's mother is being followed by a small bear with a big appetite for berries! Will each mother go home with the right little one?

With its expressive line drawings and charming story, Blueberries for Sal has won readers' hearts since its first publication in 1948.

"The adventures of a little girl and a baby bear while hunting for blueberries with their mothers one bright summer day. All the color and flavor of the sea and pine-covered Maine countryside."—School Library Journal, starred review.

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Kuplink, kuplank, kuplunk go the blueberries into the pail of a little girl named Sal who--try as she might--just can't seem to pick as fast as she eats. Robert McCloskey's classic is a magical tale of the irrepressible curiosity--not to mention appetite--of youth. Sal and her mother set off in search of blueberries for the winter at the same time as a mother bear and her cub. A quiet comedy of errors ensues when the young ones wander off and absentmindedly trail the wrong mothers.

Blueberries for Sal--with its gentle animals, funny noises, and youthful spirit of adventure--is perfect for reading aloud. The endearing illustrations, rendered in dark, blueberry-stain blue, will leave you craving a fresh pail of your own. (Picture book)

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Winner of A Caldecott Honor
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"The adventures of a little girl and a baby bear while hunting for blueberries with their mothers one bright summer day. All the color and flavor of the sea and pine-covered Maine countryside."—School Library Journal, starred review.

Age Range: 3 - 7 years
Grade Level: Preschool - 2
Lexile Measure: 600 (What's this?)
Paperback: 64 pages
Publisher: Puffin Books (September 30, 1976)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 014050169X
ISBN-13: 978-0140501698
Product Dimensions: 7 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Customer Reviews: 865 customer ratings
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,755 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #156 in Children's Classics
- #44 in Children's Bear Books (Books)
- #337 in Education & Teaching (Books)

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diane

Don't let the children in your life miss this book.

Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2016

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There is a reason this book is a classic. The pictures are detailed enough for a non reader to know what is going on and and the story is sweet. Sal and her mother go out blueberry picking. Sal wanders a bit and encounters a mother bear while Sal's mother encounters a bear cub. Both mothers quickly realize the sounds they hear while busy picking berries is not from their own offspring and they head off to find their child. Each is happily reunited. This story wouldn't be written today. The pace is slower than many of the current offerings. There is no irratating moralizing going on about staying close to your parent when out in nature etc. The This book always reminds me of a summer vacation day. When there is no schedule to keep or place to be but the simple task of enjoying a beautiful time outside.

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Given my daughter's love for blueberries (she eats them everyday)

Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2017

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I grew up with Blueberries for Sal. It's been on my wish list for quite some time. Given my daughter's love for blueberries (she eats them everyday), I decided it was time to add this to our bookshelves. I'm so glad I did! My daughter is 3.5-years-old, but McClosky's story and black-and-white illustrations not only held her attention but had her asking, "then what happened?" Everything from beginning to end of this book is charming, and it's extended to life beyond the pages, too. My daughter brings her pail into the kitchen every morning and makes the "kaplink, kaplank, kaplunk" noises as we add blueberries for breakfast. Blueberries for Sal is a classic for a reason. Children immediately recognize the parallels between Sal and her mother and Little Bear and his mother. We get lots of giggles when the big mixup is realized.

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One of the best

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2017

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My mother read this to me and my siblings (and I'm 70 years old). I read it to my three sons. And I often give it as a gift to new parents. When I was a child in New England, we would pick blueberries in rural Maine and always kept an eye out for mama bear and her cub. My favorite McCloskey of all time is Make Way for Ducklings, which, frankly, I've mostly memorized for the same reasons. But that's for slightly older children. I highly recommend all of McCloskey's books. They are a wonderful return to times gone by but worth introducing to young children.

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Nelson

There's a reason this book has so many stars!

Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2019

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I decided to purchase some more children's books for my kids.

If you're a parent and you've ever set out on this task, it's not an easy one. Most books targeted for toddlers are very watered down. My oldest was ready for something with a bit more plot without taking away the pictures. That's truly hard to find. As a former reading teacher, I want to embed in him a love for story prior to school, and this book delivers! It's probably not for your first bedtime stories with a young baby, but it's great for the next step. The story is cute. The words are a little more intensive on the page, but my not quite 2 year old can still grasp it. Be forewarned, your child may want to start eating more blueberries, but if that's not a problem, get this book. It's worth the price, and in the short time we've had it, I've already decided it will become a keepsake as they grow.

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Elisa Maria

An Old Favorite

Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2018

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I LOVE this book. I read it to my children and then my grandchildren. As a child I went blueberry picking with my mom and her friend where we lived in Alaska. Then I took my children blueberry picking in the same places and later my grandchildren. When the children were small I put bells on their shoes to keep track of them and ward off unsuspecting bears who might be harvesting berries in the same area. Blueberries for Sal is a delightful story that brings many happy memories to me, but even if you have never picked a wild blueberry, you will enjoy sharing this story with the youngsters in your life.

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An Unforgettable Classic - also check out "Before Five in a Row"!

Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2020

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Blueberries for Sal spans generations as it brings back wonderful memories of both my own childhood and reading to my own children when they were young. I greatly look forward to sharing with grandchildren someday!

It's also one of the books featured in "Before Five in a Row" - a great book that takes you and your little ones through classic books and suggested educational activities pertaining to the stories.

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The author/illustrator of this book has won several Caldecott Honor ...

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2015

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The author/illustrator of this book has won several Caldecott Honor Book awards, and the reason is that his captivating art, combined with the charming stories are charmingly special. I had one of these books for my children. We wore out the paperback, so I simply HAD to order a replacement. The book I ordered was new. I think I'll see if I can find a worn copy that I wouldn't mind taking apart. I'll put the pages between plastic sheets and sew it together for some new mother. What a charming book for a baby and growing young child to cherish for years!

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MommySan

A fun, fun book

Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2017

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This book was such a favorite of my children's that even as adults when something is messy from a cluttered house to what's happening in Washington DC, we say "it's all mixed up on Blueberry Hill!"

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Ilana

Sweet and with a strong female toddler protagonist!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2017

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I was looking for 'feminist' pre-school books - ones with strong female characters and lack of stereotyping. Despite being very old, this book fits the bill. The phrasing and length isn't the most compelling thing for a modern audience but my children (2 and 4 years) liked it and wanted to go back to it. Sal wears dungarees and goes wandering off behind bears and both human characters are female so it's a good addition to the feminist pre-school bookshelf to try and redress the balance somewhat!

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A true classic told by the master of New England children's books.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2019

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Little Sal and Little Bear mix up their mothers on Blueberry Hill! McCloskey has perfectly captured the innocence and drama of the little girl and the little bear and the grandeur of the great outdoors. He also reminds us that we share nature with other creatures.

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Betty

Lovely but not a hit

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2015

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I have no childhood connection to this book, just bought it randomly. Lovely little story and nicely illustrated, but a little long. Failed to become a favourite or asked for book of either a 2 or 5 year old.

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Velo Mitrovich

Still great after all these years

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2016

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This was my favourite book 55-years-ago and it's still one of my favourites. I've given copies to numerous friends for their kids and all loved it.

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Mr Raymond Miles

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2018

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Great book - quite long though.

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Skye

I like the way it flows

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 18, 2014

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The story is very well written. I like the way it flows. I like the illustrations too. I just wish There was more colour in it. But Otherwise an excellent book for young readers.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2018

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lovely. thanks

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Emma Currie

Lovely Book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 10, 2014

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This book is delightful and easy to read. A little space of calm in a busy world. Ideal for bedtime. The book arrived on time aand in perfect condition.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2016

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Lovely book!

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2015

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Lovely book, crisp and new!

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 24, 2014

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My son and girl loves the book!

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 10, 2015

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Anónimo

Una joya

Reviewed in Spain on March 2, 2017

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Me parece una preciosidad de libro y de historia. Cuenta lo que ocurre en un día de verano en Maine, Estados Unidos. Fue publicado por primera vez en 1948. He comprado el de tapas blandas y quizá el de tapas duras sea más especial aún. Un cuento lindo con algo de humor y suspense, nada de moralejas, sustos ni pretensiones. Las ilustraciones monocromas son bellísimas, frescas y cautivadoras. Recomendable.

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Chaitra

Lovely read for a 4 year old and the adult as well!

Reviewed in India on October 11, 2014

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We thoroughly enjoyed this book. It has multiple layers of meanings. It has something for the adult and something for the child.

It establishes that the animals also depend on the same resources as humans do and that we need to share the earth.

Beautifully portrayed is the innocent fearlessness of young ones - both Sal and the Little Bear.

The monochrome illustrations are very detailed and heart melting!

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Patricia NM. Jamieson

Wonderful Book for young children but loved by all ages

Reviewed in Canada on May 3, 2013

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I have to admit I've always loved this book which is why I wanted my own copy.
I love reading it to children from about age 3 to 9 but any age will appreciate the parallel story
as it alternates between showing a young child and her mother and a mama bear and her baby bear
as each teaches their youngster how to pick blueberries resulting in their chance encounter with each other.
It so clearly shows the innocence of all baby animals and the shining love of the mother for her baby...
a love shared and understood by all species of mother as they try to keep their child safe.
The book has gentle drama and intrigue. There is a reason the book is a classic
having been written in the 1940's and still loved. The pictures show amazing close ups and
distant scenes that make you wish to be an artist.

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