The Water Lady
By Alice B. McGinty
Illustrated by Shonto Begay
By Alice B. McGinty
Illustrated by Shonto Begay
By Alice B. McGinty
Illustrated by Shonto Begay
By Alice B. McGinty
Illustrated by Shonto Begay
Category: Children's Picture Books | Children's Nonfiction
Category: Children's Picture Books | Children's Nonfiction
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Hardcover $18.99
Mar 30, 2021 | ISBN 9780525645009 | 4-8 years
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Praise
Praise for The Water Lady:
“This quiet yet touching story will open young readers’ eyes in a multitude of ways.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“McGinty’s storytelling, peppered with Navajo phrases and cultural cues, provides a balanced view of this life and through Cody’s perspective, just enough suspense.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“[An] illuminating story about a contemporary child’s experience with water insecurity, set in the Navajo Nation.” —The Horn Book
“Navajo artist Begay’s vibrant ink and watercolor art brings a stirring emotional undercurrent to this community-oriented narrative.” —Publishers Weekly
Praise for Alice McGinty’s The Girl Who Named Pluto:
“An inspiring and beautifully illustrated tale made all the better by its historical foundation.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
Awards
ALA Notable Children’s Book SELECTION 2022
CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young Readers SELECTION 2022
Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choices SELECTION 2021
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