
Blueberries for Sal
Our Pickby Robert McCloskey
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About This Book
On a summer day in Maine, Little Sal and her mother climb Blueberry Hill to pick blueberries, while on the other side of the hill, a mother bear and her cub do the same. The two pairs accidentally get mixed up in this gentle, classic tale of parallel adventures on a berry-picking afternoon.
Why We Love This
Robert McCloskey's timeless illustrations and perfectly paced storytelling make this a quintessential summer read. Generations of families have loved this one, and for good reason.
Nature
ForestGarden
Themes
AdventureFamilyFoodHistoryHome
Animals
AnimalsBears
Seasons
Summer







