"He knows which mosses are the fuzziest,
He knows which insects are the buzziest,
And when we're sailing on the sea
He tells the names of fish to me."
What a perfect way to pay tribute to the man who taught his children so much! Jane Yolen dedicates this book to her late husband David Stemple, who shared his 'awesome knowledge and fierce curiosity' with this three children and who inspired some of the writing that she so lovingly makes a part of our reading lives.
This father stands proud and tall as he explores the world with his young son. They notice birds, dogs, people, the many colors of blue and so much more about the natural world. Their shared days are rife with new discovery, full of love for each other and awash in the patience that encourages questions as they march boldly toward each new experience.
If you are looking for a book for a new Dad, a son, brother, uncle, father or grandfather for Father's Day in June, this might be one to consider.
"He points out everything we see
And teaches all the names to me."
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