King Jack and the Dragon
By Peter Bently
Illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
Read by Andrew Watts
Unabridged
Format :
Library CD (In Stock)
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2 Formats: CD
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2 Formats: Library CD
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ISBN: 9781664411173
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ISBN: 9781664519008
| Runtime: | 0.06 Hours |
| Category: | Fiction/Fantasy |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
Peter Bently's unique mix of rhyming verse, storytelling, and humor is a surefire hit with young readers. In King Jack and the Dragon, Jack, his toddler brother Caspar, and his friend Zack build a make-believe fort capable of stopping the attacks of fire-breathing dragons and all sorts of other beasties. But as playtime draws to a close and his knights get carried away by marauding parents, Jack discovers that defending a magical fort is more fun with a few friends.Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“At once contemporary and classic.” —New York Times
“This one is sure to become a full-on family favorite at bedtime.” —Washington Post
“Though the characters are wholly modern, there is a timelessness to the cycle of excitement, apprehension and parental comfort that should give this lovely book a long stay on the nursery shelf.” —Wall Street Journal
“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)
“Altogether, ‘King Jack’ is just about perfect.” —Sacramento Bee
“From this simple premise of imaginative play, Bently and Oxenbury create a classically sweet picture book.” —Horn Book
“The rhyming verse, large trim size, and detailed illustrations…make this a suitable story for group sharing, while the sweet, intimate tone will make it a family favorite.” —Booklist
Author
Author Bio: Peter Bently
Titles by Author
Author Bio: Helen Oxenbury
Titles by Author
Details
Details
| Available Formats : | CD, Library CD |
| Category: | Fiction/Fantasy |
| Runtime: | 0.06 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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