{"product_id":"knight-owl-caldecott-honor-book-9780316310628","title":"Knight Owl (Caldecott Honor Book) by Denise, Christopher","description":"\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER \u003c\/b\u003e-\u003cb\u003e A CALDECOTT HONOR AWARD WINNER\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA determined Owl builds strength and confidence in this medieval picture book about the real mettle of a hero: wits, humor, and heart. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Since the day he hatched, Owl dreamed of becoming a real knight. He may not be the biggest or the strongest, but his sharp nocturnal instincts can help protect the castle, especially since many knights have recently gone missing. While holding guard during Knight Night Watch, Owl is faced with the ultimate trial--a frightening intruder. It's a daunting duel by any measure. But what Owl lacks in size, he makes up for in good ideas. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Full of wordplay and optimism, this surprising display of bravery proves that cleverness (and friendship) can rule over brawn. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post \u003c\/i\u003e-\u003ci\u003e NPR \u003c\/i\u003e- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e- \u003ci\u003eBookpage\u003c\/i\u003e - \u003ci\u003eGood Housekeeping\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ★ \"[A] story with an amusing twist and a cute-as-a-button protagonist that charms on every level. This will satisfy a wide range of readers, from \u003ci\u003eDragons Love Tacos\u003c\/i\u003e fans to wannabe knights.\" --\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"It's dangerous to label any picture book a 'contemporary classic, ' but \u003ci\u003eKnight Owl \u003c\/i\u003etempts you to try.... Sweet and epic by turns.\"―\u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Adorably earnest and gallant.... A charming blend of whimsy and medieval heroism highlighting the triumph of brains over brawn.\"―\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Through delicately conveyed firelight, deep shadows, and even an imagined tapestry, Christopher Denise provides this cracking tale with illustrations that feel like fully fleshed animated classics as Owl's actions subvert a traditional conflict story line.\"―\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Christopher Denise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hach\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/15\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 48\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.90lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 9.20w x 0.60d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780316310628\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.6\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Grade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuiz #\/Name: \u003c\/b\u003e516772 \/ Knight Owl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAward:\u003c\/b\u003e Caldecott Medal - Honor Book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/10\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/15\/2022 pg. 79\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 04\/29\/2022 pg. 1\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/01\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eHornbook Guide to Children\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/2023 - Recommended, Satisfactory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristopher Denise\u003c\/b\u003e is the award-winning creator of \u003ci\u003eKnight Owl\u003c\/i\u003e, which was a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestseller; a Caldecott Honor Award winner; an ALA-ALSC Notable Book for Children; a Zena Sutherland Award winner for Excellence in Children's Literature; was hailed as a \"contemporary classic\" by \u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e; and was named one of the best books of the year by \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBookpage\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGood Housekeeping\u003c\/i\u003e. Christopher is also the illustrator of many critically acclaimed books for young readers, including \u003ci\u003eGroundhug Day\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFirefly Hollow\u003c\/i\u003e. He invites you to visit him online at christopherdenise.com. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44779575705753,"sku":"9780316310628","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3367\/0297\/files\/img_a00d0917-bef0-48f0-b21c-5ca401fd532d.jpg?v=1724618604","url":"https:\/\/bookmarksretail.store\/products\/knight-owl-caldecott-honor-book-9780316310628","provider":"Bookmarks Retail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}