The truck is packed, and the fly-fishing duo jump in and make their way along the river as craggy mountains loom. Step by step, we see Papa and the child connect their rods, add flies, then they walk the trail to the water\u2019s edge. They take in the sights and sounds all around them, and finally, they catch and release a trout. The child narrates this simple story, with vocabulary as rich as the stunning illustrations. The connection between adult and youngster is close and special\u2014these two are teacher and student, a guide to life and an eager learner. The pair are appreciative and mindful of the world around them; this is a story as lulling as their peaceful outing. Readers will feel as though they\u2019re right there beside the characters. Varied perspectives give the tree-covered mountains height and presence. A standout image shows the fish below the river, vivid and writhing as sunlight filters through the surface. Capped by a glossary of fishing terms, the narrative is as informative as it is tender, a gentle demonstration of a close relationship between adult and child\u2014and the passing of knowledge from one generation to another.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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