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Description
In this fictionalized story about a piece of British Columbia history, Cameron and his father travel as packers with twenty-one camels on the long trip to the gold fields. On the way, they must deal with all the camel characteristics that make the animals poorly suited to the job. When the camelsà feet are injured on the rocks, Cameron knows what to do. When they become so stinky that townspeople will not put up with them, Cameron knows what to do. In the end, though, doing what must be done is not so easy.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 0 to 7
- Grade:
- p to 2
- Reading age:
- 4 to 8
Editorial Reviews
". . . Lynn Manuel has constructed a delightful tale."
— The Globe and Mail
"This is a disarming and charming story about flawed plans that'll crinkle the foreheads of kid and parent while entertaining them with sharp, evocative text and lovely illustrations."
— CD Syndicated
"Kasia Charko's bold full-page watercolour and pencil illustrations are beautifully done and compliment the text very well."
". . . will appeal to young children who have an interest in animals and adventure stories. They will enjoy the bright, bold illustrations and the detail they provide."
"This is a fun yet informative picture book."
— Resource Links
". . . will be a welcome addition to school as well as classroom libraries."
"Highly Recommended."
— CM Magazine
"Young readers will be amused and delighted at the antics of the cantankerous camels . . ."
"Highly recommended."
— Canadian Book Review Annual
". . . Kasia Charko has created detailed, glowing paintings that bring the period, place, and characters of the Cariboo to life to enhance the appealing story."
— CanLit for Kids
Out of print
This edition is not currently available in bookstores. Check your local library or search for used copies at Abebooks.
