“San Souci uses enough Cajun seasoning to enliven the retelling.”
—Booklist
“Will put readers and listeners in stitches.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“Definitely worth consideration for most collections.”
—School Library Journal
One morning, six friends meet on the bayou for some fishing. But their plan is spoiled when three of the men realize that they only have bait, but not poles, and that the other three have poles, but no bait. The fishermen decide to skip the fishing and eat breakfast instead, but they run into the same dilemma after discovering that they are short three pies and three flasks of coffee.
The humorous story continues with new situations that baffle the fishermen. Full of French phrases and told with a Cajun spice, Six Foolish Fishermen is a fun way for children to practice their counting and problem-solving skills.
About the Author
Robert D. San Souci is a speaker and author. His books have earned such honors as the New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year, Caldecott Honor Book, and Coretta Scott King Honor Book. Many of his titles have been selected for state and regional reading lists. San Souci lives in San Francisco, California.
About the Illustrator
Doug Kennedy has received numerous awards for his artwork. A Louisiana native, he holds a degree in graphic design from Louisiana Tech and is cofounder of the design firm Mojoware. He lives in Monroe, Louisiana.
SIX FOOLISH FISHERMEN
By Robert D. San Souci
Illustrated by Doug Kennedy
JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
32 pp. 8 x 10
30 illus. Glossary
ISBN: 9781455614738