Out into the Big Wide Lake

<b>An empowering and necessary picture book about a young girl with Down syndrome who gains confidence and independence through a visit to her grandparents.</b><br><br>It's Kate's first time visiting her grandparents on her own at their lakeside home. She's nervous but excited at the adventure ahead. <br><br>She helps her grandfather with his grocery deliveries by boat, where she meets all the neighbors, including a very grumpy old man named Walter. And she makes best friends with her grandparents' dog, Parbuckle.<br><br>Her grandmother even teaches her to pilot the boat all by herself! <br><br>When her grandfather takes ill suddenly, it's up to Kate -- but can she really make all those deliveries, even to grumpy old Walter? She has to try!<br><br>Based on the author's sister, Kate is a lovable, brave, smart and feisty character who will capture your heart in this gorgeous and moving story about facing fears and gaining independence.