Island Birthday [Hardcover]

Writing directly from her own experiences as alongtime resident of Maines Matinicus Island, Murray speaks with the ring ofauthenticity. Hogans lively, brightly colored pastel illustrations bring thedistinctive island setting to life. This book engagingly invites young readersto explore a different lifestyle from a childs perspective.I grew up on a small island and I am now raising my own small kids on anisland. It is a unique and amazing experience for children to grow up in tiny,rural, and isolated communities where they know everyone of all ages. EvaMurray and Jamie Hogan capture this life well in this wonderful story about thetiniest of Maines islands and a special birthday.