A Bad Day Fishing - by Paige Hulsey (Hardcover)

About the Book

Best friends Jack and Bud set out for a fishing adventure but are met with bad weather, bad gear, and bad luck. But they persevere and, in the end, learn that even a bad day can be good when it's spent fishing.

Book Synopsis

Based on many true stories, "A Bad Day Fishing" is the adventurous tale of Jack and Bud, a young boy and his pup. The pair sets off for a day of fishing and encounters mishaps and muddy mayhem along the way. It's enough to make anyone want to give up, but not Jack - and not when there are fish to be caught!

Readers will delight in the colorful illustrations of this lyrical story as they learn from Jack how the right attitude and enough grit can help them overcome challenges and still have fun. (After all, that's what fishing is all about!)

Review Quotes

"A Bad Day Fishing is a wonderful lesson in never giving up. Throughout their fishing journey Jack and his best friend Bud encounter multiple setbacks, but they persevere and ultimately have a great day. Jack's mindset of never giving up demonstrates that how you respond to setbacks can determine your success; a lesson important for both adults and children to learn. As a pediatrician and mother to 3 boys and 3 rescue dogs, I give this book a TEN out of TEN and highly recommend that it become a regular bedtime read for all families." -- Dr. Lindsay D. Clukies, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician

"As a therapist, I'm always on the lookout for children's books that harness the power of growth mindset. A Bad Day Fishing is exactly that book! What a lovely story to read with your kids about overcoming obstacles, being flexible, and the power of "yet." Kids will love the rhythm and rhyme of the text and the colorful artwork. Parents will love the message: Never give up. No matter how bad the day might seem, you just haven't caught a fish...yet!" -- Stacy McCann, MSW, LCSW, LBA

"What a beautiful story of determination!

A Bad Day Fishing introduces children to the tools and the language associated with fishing. The vibrant illustrations, captivating plot, and rhythmical flow are sure to quickly engage any child!" -- Breanna Churchill, Educator/ Author, Founder of "The Brown Bear Book Club"

"A Bad Day Fishing is a fun and lovely reminder that sometimes tough days end up being the best days - especially when you're in the great outdoors! It's also a great reminder to kids to get outside, and encourages them to be self-reliant and determined. The illustrations are SO DETAILED! Kids will notice something new every time they read. A fun, fishy read!" -- Chelsea Tornetto, Author of Gardens Are for Growing and God Made You Too