Wishy Washy's Wish

By Walter H. Barkas II, Rivkah Sweedler, II Barkas, Walter H.

Book Overview

Wishy Washy's Wish is for the children of the world. It is a wish for awareness of the wide range of human skills and possibilities, as well as, the freedom and responsibility included with that awareness. The story, set in the deep forests of the Pacific Northwest, is both environmentally educational and entertaining. Sue and Sam are 6 inch tall hand carved wood dolls who are magically brought to life by Wishy Washy Witch, the master craftswoman of the story. The mystery and suspense of Sue and Sam's survival in the woods is enhanced by detailed descriptions of basic cabin living skills and simple stick construction techniques which children can imitate. Through illustrations, photos, words and pictographs, the story presents skill-building lessons in the basic use of sticks and knot-tying: the children learn to construct ladders and lean-to's, tripods and tepees. In the process, they become familiar with Northwest plants and animals during Sue and Sam's adventures. Wishy Washy's Wish is for the children of the world. It is a wish for awareness of the wide range of human skills and possibilities, as well as, the freedom and responsibility included with that awareness. The story, set in the deep forests of the Pacific Northwest, is both environmentally educational and entertaining. Sue and Sam are 6 inch tall hand carved wood dolls who are magically brought to life by Wishy Washy Witch, the master craftswoman of the story. The mystery and suspense of Sue and Sam's survival in the woods is enhanced by detailed descriptions of basic cabin living skills and simple stick construction techniques which children can imitate. Through illustrations, photos, words and pictographs, the story presents skill-building lessons in the basic use of sticks and knot-tying: the children learn to construct ladders and lean-to's, tripods and tepees. In the process, they become familiar with Northwest plants and animals during Sue and Sam's adventures.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738853259
• ISBN13: 9780738853253
• Release Date: April 2001
• Publisher: Xlibris Us
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.6" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Perfect Gift for the Adventurous Child or Young Adult

A wonderful book that is deeply rooted in environmental awareness and adventure education. Inspires the reader to participate in projects along with the characters. This is a collection of short stories that could be read aloud in a classroom or at home and inspires hours of fun. Positive role models exist throughout the book. I highly recommend this book.