The Very Last Castle
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The Very Last Castle
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
From beloved librarian and kidlit blogger Jonker and illustrator Pett comes a picture book featuring a story about overcoming fear of the unknown, trying new things, and reaching out to make new friends. Full color.
A curious little girl watches the man who guards the last castle in town. Every time she passes by him, she tries to catch his eye. While the other townspeople fear what may be locked up inside the mysterious castle, the girl finally gets up the courage to knock on the door and find out what's really behind the gate.
A story about overcoming fear of the unknown, trying new things, and reaching out to make new friends, The Very Last Castle shows that bravery comes in packages both big and small.
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Starred review praises it as "a lovely story about courage and community with a darling protagonist." Kirkus Reviews highlights the appealing lead character and her self-possessed curiosity, while Publishers Weekly notes the charming watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations. School Library Journal adds that the artwork enhances the subtle humour, making it a stellar read-aloud.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781419725746
Publisher: Abrams
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 09 October 2018
Country: United States
Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Mark Pett
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 17.0mm
Width: 225.0mm
Height: 287.0mm
Weight: 500g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian and creator of 100 Scope Notes, a kidlit blog hosted by School Library Journal. He was a member of the 2014 Caldecott committee. Jonker lives with his wife and two children in Zeeland, Michigan.
Mark Pett is the author/illustrator of many books for children, including This Is My Book! and The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes. Before books, Pett created comic strips. He lives in Utah.
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