A Long Road on a Short Day
A Long Road on a Short Day is a story of perseverance and determination told with warmth and sparkling with humor. In it, a short winter day finds Samuel and Papa walking a long road on Samuel’s first trading trip.
Meeting strangers, practicing good manners, and proud to be in Papa’s company, Samuel watches and learns as Papa trades up from almost nothing to the milk cow Mama is yearning for. Simple text combines with vivid illustrations for a satisfying tale that will resonate with readers who enjoy an adventure with dad.
- About the author: Gary D. Schmidt is the best-selling author of many books for young readers. He is a professor of English at Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
