It's Taco Knight! - by Megan Maynor (Hardcover)

About the Book

"In a kingdom full of busy, clever people, no one has time to cook. Luckily the Knights of Dinner make sure the villagers are well fed. It could be Pizza Knight or Noodle Knight, Dumpling Knight, even New Recipe Knight. No knight is everybody's favorite, but every knight is somebody's favorite. That is, until Taco Knight comes to town--and tries to turn every night into taco night"--

Book Synopsis

In this hilarious picture book about teamwork and accountability for fans of Dragons Love Tacos and the Food Group books, a lovable but self-absorbed knight tries to turn every night into Taco Night, to his entire village's dismay.

In a kingdom full of busy, clever people, no one has time to cook. Luckily the Knights of Dinner make sure the villagers are well fed. It could be Pizza Knight or Noodle Knight, Dumpling Knight, even New Recipe Knight! No knight is everybody's favorite, but every knight is somebody's favorite. That is . . . until Taco Knight comes to town--and tries to turn every night into taco night.

Brimming with wacky humor and action, It's Taco Knight! celebrates friendship and empathy and reminds us that variety is the spice of life.

Review Quotes

"A taco dinner is a sure path to many youngsters' tummies--and hearts. Readers will practically be able to taste those crunchy tacos, savory soups, and cheesy pizza slices, thanks to the amusing text, which serves up clever culinary wordplay as the knights romp across the pages." -- Kirkus Reviews

"The vibrant illustrations will keep readers involved to the end. . . . With humor and whimsy, this book is a good read." -- School Library Journal

"The colorful, cartoon illustrations reflect the story's charm and humor, and the characters' expressive faces will tickle youngsters. Mayor and Lourenço successfully serve up a palatable lesson on food variety in a fun and imaginative way." -- Booklist