King Jack and the Dragon

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 Book
Bank 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

Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Peter Bently
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 08/18/2011
ISBN: 9780803736986
Pages: 32
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 11.45h x 9.53w x 0.47d
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Recommended
Award: Greenaway Medal - Nominee

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 05/16/2011
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2011
School Library Journal 09/01/2011 pg. 113
Booklist 09/01/2011 pg. 126
New York Times Book Review 09/18/2011 pg. 21
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2011 pg. 78
Shelf Awareness 08/19/2011
Shelf Awareness 06/22/2011
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2012 pg. 5 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 146100 / King Jack and the Dragon
Reading Level: 2.6 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5