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The House at the End of the Road - by Kari Rust (Hardcover)

The House at the End of the Road - by  Kari Rust (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A heartwarming read about the unexpected joys inside an old house<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>One summer, while exploring the town during their annual stay at Grandma's house, two siblings and their cousin come across a creepy old house. The kids poke around, one of them causing mischief and tossing rocks at the window, until they glimpse a ghost through the glass! Later, Grandma reveals the house doesn't belong to a ghost--just old Mr. Peterson. <p/> After visiting again with better intentions, the kids discover Mr. Peterson's great sense of humor and that his house is full of fascinating things: old toys, photographs, even a film projector. They become regular visitors, until one day, Mr. Peterson is gone: he has left for a retirement home, and his house sits empty. Using odds, ends, and gifts he gave them, the kids create mementos of Mr. Peterson's home to give back to him. <p/> Full of heart, this picture book incorporates graphic novel elements to tell a layered and moving story about an intergenerational friendship. It shows how appearances can be deceiving: sometimes the best adventure awaits where you least expect it.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Quiet and reflective, as fleeting as summertime itself."-- "Kirkus Reviews"<br><br>A great book to teach empathy, kindness, and neighborly love.-- "Booklist"<br><br>A sweet intergenerational story with gorgeous illustrations. The message that it is necessary to look past first appearances is one that is sure to resonate with parents and caregivers.-- "School Library Journal"<br><br>Not only a story of friendship bridging the generational divide, but it's also a nostalgic recollection of the way summertime punctuates a childhood.-- "Canadian Review of Materials"<br><br>The comics-inspired format and sensitive themes about looking deeply, questioning assumptions, and finding beauty everywhere make this memorable.-- "The Horn Book"<br><br>The first-person narrative makes for a very personal telling, and their story is packed with suspense, detail and warmth.-- "Sal's Fiction Addiction"<br><br>This delightful excursion into multi-generational relationships is a really refreshing look at how young people can find meaningful friendships with people of other generations.-- "School Library Connection"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>KARI RUST is an author/illustrator with a background in character animation and design. Also the creator of the OLA Blue Spruce Award nominee <i>Tricky</i>, Kari is a graduate of Emily Carr University of Art and Design. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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