About this item
Highlights
- "This touching tale of kindness and friendship is coupled with beautiful illustrations that encourage the reader to pause and enjoy the story through the pictures as well as the text.
- 4 Years
- 12.6" x 9.2" Paperback
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
Description
About the Book
In this touching story about a surprising friendship, a small knight learns that dragons aren't always as fearsome as they seem. Full color. 9 5/16 x 12 13/16.Book Synopsis
"This touching tale of kindness and friendship is coupled with beautiful illustrations that encourage the reader to pause and enjoy the story through the pictures as well as the text. This is a wonderful read aloud that can spark conversations about how to be a friend and not judging others before getting to know them." ― School Library Connection
Nick the Knight can't wait to fight Breakhorn the Dragon, but Breakhorn just doesn't feel like it. He keeps making up excuses to put off the fight but brave little Nick won't give up.
An inspiring picture book about big dreams and an unexpected friendship. For knights ages 4 years and older.
Review Quotes
"The conceit is cute....Dijkstra paints a charming, medieval European village." -- Kirkus Reviews
"A precious story ....This touching tale of kindness and friendship is coupled with beautiful illustrations that encourage the reader to pause and enjoy the story through the pictures as well as the text. This is a wonderful read aloud that can spark conversations about how to be a friend and not judging others before getting to know them. Recommended." -- School Library Connection
About the Author
Aron Dijkstra has been drawing since he learned to hold a pencil. In 2016 he made his debut as an author and picture book illustrator at Clavis Publishing. Aron lives in Pijnacker, a quiet village near Randstad, the Netherlands. When he isn't creating new picture books, Aron works at the Museum Boijmans van Beuningen in Rotterdam as a guide and teacher.