One Morning in Maine (Picture Puffins)

I grew up on this book and now get to read it to my grands. The detail in the drawings, and the sweet story of simpler times is just the kind of book I want them to love. Plus it's a great way to introduce "losing a tooth" to kids.

I’ve had this author recommended to me several times, but nothing quite prepared me for the combined charm of the story and the illustrations. He portrays life through a kids eyes so well and there are so many little details in the illustrations that every time I read it to my daughter I notice something else. I’d recommend for 2.5 and up since they’re more wordy than regular baby books.

Hardcover..used in "like-new" condition..one of my favorites when i was a very young child..still a favorite when my children were all younh..and now purchased this copy for my youngest grandchildren..the story and the illustratuons will delight any child or adult..these classics bring back a time when family and small communities were still intact..when penny candy really cost a penny..yet relevant for children in the day of high tech..great read-aloud book..

Artwork absolutely fills each page making it an enjoyable read. Sweet story about a little girl’s loose tooth adventure.

Robert McCloskey did some great books -- writing and illustrating them. But "One Morning in Maine" is one of our family favorites. Based on a true time when McCloskey and his family lived on Scott Island, off the coast of Maine. Their family truly lived on an island, dug for clams, rode in a small boat to the mainland and back again, and lived through all the homey things this charming family in the book. The book is drawn in a "friendly" way, with no scary characters; only the assurance of loving parents and friendly neighbors who help in time of need. Its a timeless story that children need in this day of fear and uncertainty.

63 years ago this was one of my most favorite books. I was thrilled to find it and will enjoy sharing with the young children I know.

I have loved this picture book for years, and I bought it for my granddaughters, ages 5 and 7. It's a charming story about two young sisters. The text is enhanced by detailed black and white illustrations. Children's author Robert McCloskey knew how to tell a story and accompany it with vivid illustrations! Great for an adult to read aloud to children!

This is a family favorite, and we bought this copy for a birthday gift for a five year old. Fan of Blueberries for Sal will delight in another Sal adventure (and she is accompanied by her younger sister Jane in this companion book). Sal wakes up and discovers she has her first loose tooth, and then loses it while digging for clams with her dad. The simple line drawings are lovely, and the language and imagery in this book are so rich. This book has such a rich depiction of life in coastal Maine that it always leaves me craving clam chowder! This is a classic and shouldn't be missed, but is especially perfect for children experiencing a first loose tooth or a family trip to Maine. I would recommend this for ages 4-7.

日頃絵本を読む習慣はないし、この作家のことも聞いたことがなかったが、 この世界では名前のある人気作家らしい。 アメリカ大西洋岸はメーン州の海辺の家。 歯の生え換わる時期の娘サリーが歯が抜けたと大騒ぎ。 それだけの話。 だが、子どもにとっては大事件だろうし、 それが子どもにとってどんなふうに感じられるかが巧みに描写されている。 そのことと、父親を手伝ったり、一緒にボートで買い物に行ったりという、 題にもなっているようなさりげない日常が巧みに溶け合わされ、生き生きと活写されている。 なるほど達人の技というのはわかる。 白黒だが、絵も楽しい。 メーン州と言えば、誰もが認める自然の美しい住環境で、 そのうらやましいようなわくわくするような爽快感も伝わってくる。 こんな暮らしがしてみたいと思えるような一日。 絵本だから英語も短いし難しくない。 子供好きで感受性豊かな読者が楽しんで読むのにちょうどいいと思う。

It was just the perfect book for my 5yr old who realized that he had a loose tooth while reading the story.

One Morning in Maine is a classic. It should be in every home!

I grew up on the New England coast in the US and this book is reminiscent of my childhood. You don't have to be a "yankee" to appreciate the story which is about a little losing her first tooth when she is clamming with her father, It is a very gentle story and despite it's age is still lovely.

A long read with the kiddos. But so well written and an absolute pleasure. Kids love it. A classic.