Gone Camping

A family camping trip goes awry in this "playful, delightfully illustrated verse narrative" for young readers by the author and illustrator of Gone Fishing ( Kirkus).

Hiking in the great outdoors, catching fish, watching the stars come out at night-camping is fun. Until it's time to sleep. Then, Lucy wonders, what kinds of creatures lurk in the dark? With only her brother and grandpa as tent-mates, will Lucy be able to face her camping fears?

Filled with a variety of poetic forms-from aubade to haiku-as well as exuberant art and helpful writing tips about rhyme and rhythm, this entertaining companion totheaward-winning Gone Fishingis packed with family humor and adventure. So grab a flashlight and get settled in to experience the joy of campfires, s'mores, and storytelling!