A Weekend Trip

A diverse cast of charming characters take a trip to a beachside resort and offer hours of entertainment for young readers everywhere. There are endless ways to enjoy a vacation on this island where folks of all ages, races, cultures, and abilities gather for a weekend of fun. Young readers will spend hours poring over the delightfully detailed and brightly colored spreads that follow families as they pack their bags; travel by car, train, bike and bus; arrive at hotels, campsites, and cottages; and take part in all kinds of activities-swimming, picnicking, fishing, boating, reading and more. A sudden rain shower drives everyone into the village and in the evening, they go out for dinner or barbecue. There's a lot to unpack and explore in Cynthia Cliff's lively paintings that show that fun means something different for every family. AGES: 2 plus AUTHOR: Cynthia Cliff is an artist and illustrator with a focus on children's books, book and editorial illustration, food and cooking art, as well as flora and fauna art. She is the author of The Wild Garden and Pie for Breakfast (both published by Prestel). She lives near Washington, D.C.