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4-6
Roland Wright series.
Illustrated by
Gregory Rogers.
In his second adventure, Roland reaches the castle prepared to be the very best page. He's bummed to share his duties with Hector, who disrespects Roland because his family is poor. Roland ultimately triumphs and wins the king's admiration. As in the first book, there's lots of humor to be found amidst all the medieval self-esteem-building and in the black-and-white drawings.
(3)
4-6
Roland Wright series.
Illustrated by
Gregory Rogers.
Young Roland dreams of becoming a knight. He may have that opportunity after his father's armor saves the king's life, but first Roland must prove himself against his older brother. The story's standard be-true-to-yourself message is well camouflaged among medieval barbs and other humorous asides. Cartoony black-and-white spot art adds to the fun.
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K-3
The caped, helmeted bear from The Boy, the Bear, the Baron, the Bard finds himself in a forested Fairyland. He meets a little boy, runs afoul of a usurper to the Fairyland throne, and is thrown into the dungeon. The line-and-watercolor cartoons milk the comedy for all it's worth. Readers familiar with the previous outing will find another grand, wordless romp.
Reviewer: Vicky Smith
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
July, 2007
3 reviews
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