Knots on a Counting Rope (Reading Rainbow Books)

ISBN: 0805054790

Author: Bill Martin Jr.

Condition: Used

In Knots on a Counting Rope, Bill Martin, Jr. and John Archambault tell a poignant story about a boys emerging confidence in facing his blindness in this beautiful childrens picture book illustrated by Ted Rand.By the warmth of a campfire beneath a starry night sky, a Navajo youth named Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses listens to the tale of his birth from his grandfather. Although blind, the boy learns that he has the strength to cope with his condition and meet any challenge that comes his way.The powerful, spare, poetic text is done full justice by Rands fine full-color illustrationsThe love, hope, and courage expressed are universal.- Booklist (starred review)