King Jack and the Dragon
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King Jack and the Dragon by Peter Bently
A lively playtime adventure that becomes a warm and cozy bedtime book--perfect for every little knight-in-training. From the illustrator of the award-winning We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Night is falling and playtime is nearly over. But brave King Jack and his faithful knights Zak and Caspar are still protecting their castle fort from fierce dragons and terrible beasts. This captivating, joyful make-believe adventure is the perfect bedtime story for brave children everywhere. Fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Dinosaur Roar will especially enjoy this imaginative tale. An ALA Notable BookBank Street Book Committee Best Children's Books of the Year
Kate Greenaway Award It's an enchanting tribute to both full-throttle pretend play and the reassurance of a parent's embrace.--Publishers Weekly (starred review) A tale of make-believe that children will delight in hearing again and again.--School Library Journal (starred review) Sure to be read aloud again and again, this testament to imaginative play exudes warmth.--Kirkus Reviews
Peter Bently is a married father of two who lives in the south of England. He studied languages at Oxford University and has written over 40 books, one of which earned him the Roald Dahl Funny Award in 2011. Neil Price is a freelance illustrator from in Cornwall, England. He graduated from University College Falmouth with a BA (hons) in Illustration and currently works full-time as a freelance illustrator. Neil's goal is to delight and take young readers into various realms by using strong characters, blended media, and a captivating storytelling method.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780803736986 |
| ISBN 10 | 0803736983 |
| Title | King Jack and the Dragon |
| Author | Peter Bently |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Dial Books |
| Year published | 2011-08-18 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Commended for Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens (Up to Seven) 2012, Short-listed for Greenaway Medal (Illustrator) 2013 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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