The Little Spotted Fish

by Jane Yolen, Friso Henstra (Illustrator)

Two times the little spotted fish saves the fisherlad's life, but the third time the fish itself is in danger.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1974

About the author

Jane Yolen is a novelist, poet, fantasist, journalist, songwriter, storyteller, folklorist, and children’s book author who has written more than three hundred books. Her accolades include the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, the World Fantasy Award, three Mythopoeic Awards, the Kerlan Award, two Christopher Awards, and six honorary doctorate degrees from colleges and universities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Born and raised in New York City, the mother of three and the grandmother of six, Yolen lives in Massachusetts and St. Andrews, Scotland.

Reviews

[Gloria · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like the story, but the illustrations are terrifying.

[Peacegal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Psychedelic! "Yellow Submarine" and Peter Max were no doubt inspirations for the fantastical fish and scenery that populate this book. Super trippy; it made me a little wistful why children's books still don't have illustrations like this.

[Shelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a cool fairy tale! Very groovy dated art work that would scream to any educator "must incorporate this into an art project!"

Also great for conversation about the story: If you had magic fishing pole or net like Dylan had, would you return it or use it?