Rumie Goes Rafting
By Meghan Marentette
Book Review by Liz Ortiz Perez

Genre: Picture Book
Interest Level: Grades K-3
Theme: Curiosity, Adventure
Summary:
Rumie Goes Rafting is a beautiful photo illustrated book set in nature. Rumie, a woodland creature, is a curious scamp who longs to raft on his local stream. He convinces his uncle to help him build a raft and rain arrives just in time to swell the route. Will Rumie’s new raft float? All of the characters and their charming home were handmade by Meghan Marentette. Rumie Goes Fishing is an enchanting work of art, sure to delight readers of all ages.

Curriculum tie ins:
Use as an intro to a science lesson on Density
“Flying!” thought Rumie as they rowed away. One day, maybe. One day …” Extend the story.