I Can’t Catch That Fish!: (He’s My Friend, Don’t You See?)

By Elena Schietinger and Michael C. Perez

Is a day spent fishing necessarily wasted if no fish is caught? In this story, a young boy fishing in the river can’t seem to get away from a trusting little fish that is swimming around at his feet. When an old fisherman meets him and finds out that the boy has not caught a fish all day, he tells him to catch the one that is right there and ready for the taking. In deciding what he’ll do, the young fisherman considers friendship and trust against the thrill of the catch.

This charming tale of kindness engages young readers with its delightful rhyming verses and adorable illustrations, while teaching them that friendship comes in many forms and being a good friend makes all the difference.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Archway Publishing
• Release date: Aug 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9781665740739

Elena Schietinger

Elena Schietinger is the author of numerous children’s books, including “There’s A Spider In My Closet!,” “I Know You Can Do it, You Know You Can, Too!,” “How The Goldfish Got Its Name,” “Hello, It’s Me!,” and the soon to be published “I Can’t Catch That Fish!” Her books seek to both entertain her young audiences and help her readers grow. She is the mother of three sons who have always inspired her writing. A lifelong storyteller, she has a background in journalism and extensive experience as a writer of fiction and nonfiction.

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