Out into the Big Wide Lake

Praise

WINNER of the Ezra Jack Keats Best New Writer Award, 2021
Nominated for the 2021 Governor General’s Literary Award for Young People’s Literature — Illustrated Books
One of CCBC’s Best Books for Kids and Teens, Fall 2021 — Starred Pick

“A heartening Canadian picture book with an emotionally resonant ending.” —STARRED REVIEW, Booklist

“For many readers, especially the adults reading this book to young listeners, Out Into the Big Wide Lake will probably bring back good memories of times spent over their summers.” —CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Colourful mixed-media ilustrations add visual appeal to this heartwarming story, and manage to capture the outdoor joys of summer vacation.” —PostMedia

“Josée Bisaillon’s artwork is swoonworthy. It wowed me right from the start.” —Library Matters

“Out Into the Big Wide Lake is extraordinarily sensitive and beautiful, and Kate is an unforgettable character.” —Imaginary Elevators