Newbery Medal-winning author Patricia MacLachlan's poignant text and award-winning artist Kenard Pak's gentle and rustic illustrations paint the picture of a beautiful red barn and the people who call it home.

One hundred years ago, a little boy watched his family and community come together to build a grand red barn. This barn become his refuge and home--a place to play with friends and farm animals alike.

As seasons passed, the barn weathered many storms. The boy left and returned a young man, to help on the farm and to care for the barn again. The barn has stood for one hundred years, and it will stand for a hundred more: a symbol of peace, stability, caring and community.

In this joyful celebration generations of family and their tender connection to the barn, Newbery Medal-winning author Patricia MacLachlan and award-winning artist Kenard Pak spin a tender and timeless story about the simple moments that make up a lifetime.

This beautiful picture book is perfect for young children who are curious about history and farm life.

* Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year (2020) *

--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Published: 09/17/2019
ISBN: 9780062687739
Pages: 48
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.20h x 11.10w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 05/20/2019
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2019
School Library Journal 09/01/2019 pg. 100

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 504882 / Hundred-Year Barn
Reading Level: 3.7 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5