Annotation:
This beautifully told and illustrated story follows young Harvey and his brother as they face their father's death. Recommended for any middle school, high school, or public library.
Awards:
The Canadian Council Governor General's Literary Award
The Graphic Form:
Harvey is a young French-Canadian boy, ignored and pushed aside by many of his peers. (Open to first page with text - bookmarked). But his imagination and his younger brother are enough to keep him entertained. At the first sign of Spring, (turn to page with children running in the street - bookmarked) the neighborhood children play in the street, and when Harvey and his brother return home, they see a crowd gathered around and an ambulance out front. (Turn through pages). Harvey must face the uncertainty and disbelief he feels about his loss and while doing so, try not to lose himself.
Ready to practice your French? This is a super beautiful little video announcing the book, but it includes a list of awards in French at the end.
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