The one with the scraggly beard

Withey, Elizabeth (author.). Nakatsuka, Kelly, (narrator.).

Summary: A child tries to understand the life of a man he has seen sleeping under a bridge. The boy's mother patiently answers his questions and explains how people's life paths can be so different. The child observes the things he has in common with the man and wonders where his own path will lead. The One With the Scraggly Beard is defined by a simple narrative in which a child's curiosity and perceptiveness act as catalysts for understanding fear, suffering and resilience while exploring themes of homelessness, belonging and compassion. This unique book will speak to children and adults alike. A note from the author explains how the origin of this story is rooted in her own life.

Record details

ISBN: 1459827902
ISBN: 9781459827905
Physical Description: 1 online resource (1 audio file (05 min., 22 sec.))
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Edition: Unabridged.
Publisher: [Place of publication not identified] : Orca Book Publishers, 2020.

Content descriptions

Participant or Performer Note:	Read by Kelly Nakatsuka.
Source of Description Note:	Online resource; title from title details screen (OverDrive, viewed December 30, 2020).