A fun little story about a generous family who opens up their home to travelers who passes by and the way all their guests repay them. This book contains the text of a classic Scottish folk song that was passed down for generations before the author decided to put it into print. Some of the words were changed for ease of reading by American children, but many were left the same in favor of the Scottish words (don't worry, there's a guide in the back with each term's meanings). Winner of the Caldecott Medal, 24 softcover pages. Laura
Winner of the Caldecott Medal.
Lachie MacLachlan, the generous hero of this enchanting tale, is the exception to the rule that the Scots are a thrifty lot. In his "wee house in the heather," where he lives with his family of twelve, he welcomes to his hearth every weary traveler who passes by on a stormy night. "There's always room for one more," says Lachie, and how his grateful guests say a wonderful "Thank you" provides a delightfully warm and tender ending to this hilarious tale of kindness.
Always Room for One More is the winner of the 1966 Caldecott Medal.
My Mum always had room for one more at the table and I'm Scottish too!
We love this delightful book!
award winner, story about another culture, on sale.:)