![]() ![]() ![]() Stillwater’s checking out his trick or treat bag. Stillwater has appeared in two follow-up books, Zen Ties and Zen Ghosts. Muth specifically chose stories that would be easily relatable for younger readers. The stories that Stillwater shares with the children have their roots in Zen Buddhism and are meant to open the minds of readers to self-examination. In a note in the back of this book, he explains that Stillwater’s name comes from the ability to see reflections clearly in a pool of still water and that the same is true of our minds. Muth was inspired to move his illustrating from comic books to picture books after he became a father. From that point on, Stillwater and the children are friends.Īuthor/illustrator Jon J. ![]() When Karl visits, he shares a story about two monks and a difficult woman. Michael goes to see Stillwater, who tells him the story of a farmer who understood that good luck and bad luck are often intertwined. He tells her the story of his uncle being kind to a robber who had snuck into his home. Addy goes to visit him and brings him a cake. His name is Stillwater and he is a new neighbor. Michael, Karl and Addy find a giant panda with an umbrella in their backyard. The plot in a nutshell: Three children meet a bear who tells them stories “Michael! There’s a bear outside!” said Karl. Muth Scholastic Press, 2005 Awards: Caldecott Honor ![]()
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