Regarding the Fountain by Kate Klise, illustrated by M. Sarah Klise

Regarding the Fountain is a very unique book created by the Klise sisters. It is the story of a school principal who attempts to order a new drinking fountain for his school, but instead makes contact with a fountain designer who creates the perfect fountain for the school. In the mean time the students, teachers, and staff of the school uncover a town mystery. The story is told in a series of letters, memos, postcards, newspaper articles, and other assorted discovered documents. There is a lot for a reader to discover in this book.

This should appeal to all those students who like mysteries, history, or just being nosey. The designs and illustrations contained in the book are as much of a treat as the story.

Ages: 8-13
Keywords: Letter Writing, Discovery, Imagination, Creativity, Community, Corruption, Pen Pals

Lesson Plan Idea: Art/Language Arts - Have students write a letter to Florence Waters describing the type of drinking fountain that would be most appropriate for their school, and explain why. Include appropriate illustrations.