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The Storybook Knight

by Helen DOCHERTY
illus. by Thomas Docherty. 32p. Sourcebooks/Jabberwocky. Sept. 2016. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781492638148.
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PreS-Gr 2—A small knight learns to fight his foes with a good story rather than a sword. Leo is a small knight who is fond of adventures—at least the ones found in books. His parents hope that the challenge of fighting a dragon with his new shield and sword will turn him into a brave, dragon-fighting knight. Leo sets off on his quest with a supply of good books, but along the way, he meets foes looking for fights. Thankfully, Leo is quick with a story to calm the angry beasts—even a dangerous dragon likes a good tale. There are delightful spreads done in acrylic ink and watercolor that pair beautifully with the rhyming stanzas. The characters' voices are distinct and beg to be read aloud.
VERDICT A recommended purchase for all collections and perfect for storytime, bedtime, or anytime.
Reviewed by Karen Ginman, BookOps: The New York Public Library and Brooklyn Public Library , Oct 01, 2016

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