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32 pp.
| Candlewick |
July, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7636-5311-8$15.99
(3)
K-3
Henry longs to ride into battle like an old-fashioned knight, but his potential opponents (dragon, griffin, etc.) are only interested in friendly competition. So, while Henry never fights, he does make new friends. The simple resolution is balanced by the humor of Henry's predicament and his incongruous chivalric language. With its intricate patterns in fine black lines, the meticulous artwork invites scrutiny.