As my children have gone through school here, I have been struck by how few children’s books really show the life of village children in this region of Brazil, especially those villages that depend on fishing.

I made up a simple story and hoped it would be something all the village children could relate to, so far it’s received a good response from them.

Eu Vou Pescar.

A captive audience

I’m happy because they recognise the type of fish I’ve drawn

re-telling their own fishing stories

Later we made fish, using finger painting and coloured squares.

and wax relief drawings

Some of their finished wax relief work

So, what do you think of the story?

This story is copywrited but if you would like to use it, please contact me and I will happily forward high-resolution images for personal or school use. Not for resale.