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The Wreck of the Zephyr

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The Wreck of the Zephyr by Chris Van Allsburg.  Boston:  Houghton Mifflin, 1983.  ISBN 0-395-33075-0

A boy and his blind and sometimes stubborn faith in his self sets sail on an adventure that will set the course for the rest of his life. 

Media:  Full color pastel

Q5/P4

5-6th

Curricular Connection:  Level 5-6th.  Language Arts, Art.

Artwork:  Beautiful realist artistry captures the moment with spectacular lighting that communicates a sense of magic to the reader.  Theme and subject are reminiscent of Edward Hopper.

D. Balestreri added to PB 7/25/09

 

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