THE VANISHING LAKE

THE VANISHING LAKE by Paddy Donnelly

The Vanishing Lake by Paddy Donnelly is a hoot! Part Irish blarney and part scientific wonder, Vanishing Lake explores the reasons for the recurring cycle of appearance and disappearance of Lake Loughareema in Ballycastle, Ireland.

Meara's grandfather lives along the lake's shore. Every time it disappears her grandfather has an explanation that will tickle your funny bone. Donnelly gives the scientific thought as to why it happens in the end pages but not the story. The story is left to mythical explanations.

Donnelly is also the illustrator. However, this book was completely created in Photoshop. Its cartoonish illustrations are delightful. Lots of green shades fill the pages giving a nod to Ireland's primary color. In the midst of the pages is a red haired little girl with big glasses in full action discovery mode. So much fun!

ALONGSIDE ACTIVITY- Find Ireland on the map. Locate Ballycastle.

-Look up pictures of Ireland's green countryside

-Enjoy reading about Ireland's mythical creatures. Everything from Leprechauns to the Loch Ness Monster.

-Enjoy some good Irish food! I'm including Good Housekeeping's list of Irish recipes. Skip over the alcoholic drink suggestions and enjoy all the other possibilities! https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L...