Joshua and the Two Crabs

by Joshua Button

As a young boy growing up in far North Western Australia, Joshua Button spent many weekends fishing and crabbing in the mangroves with his family. Here Joshua takes a crabbing trip to Crab Creek, vividly capturing the atmosphere and energy as he chases two crabs through the mangroves, up trees, and into the water. A delightful blend of art and story, this tale captures the sights and sounds of the mangroves, the extraordinary colors of the Australian landscape, and the joys of crabbing.

24 pages, Paperback

First published February 23, 2010

About the author

Joshua Button is descended from the Walmajarri people of the East Kimberley, Australia. As a young boy, he spent many weekends fishing and crabbing in the mangroves with his family, experiences that led to his first picture book, Joshua and the Two Crabs. He works part-time as an Aboriginal teaching assistant in Broome, Australia.

Reviews

[Kari · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a rare opportunity to have an experience through a child's eyes: The author/illustrator is a child encouraged to express his observations during a visit to a tidal creek.