About this item
A lively playtime adventure that becomes a warm and cozy bedtime book - perfect for every little knight-in-training. From the illustrator of the award-winning Were Going on a Bear Hunt. Night is falling and playtime is nearly over. But brave King Jack and his faithful knights Zak and Caspar are still protecting their castle fort from fierce dragons and terrible beasts. This captivating, joyful make-believe adventure is the perfect bedtime story for brave children everywhere. Fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Dinosaur Roar will especially enjoy this imaginative tale.An ALA Notable BookBank Street Book Committee Best Childrens Books of the YearKate Greenaway Award"Its an enchanting tribute to both full-throttle pretend play and the reassurance of a parents embrace." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A tale of make-believe that children will delight in hearing again and again." - School Library Journal (starred review) "Sure to be read aloud again and again, this testament to imaginative play exudes warmth." - Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Peter Bently is the award-winning author of many books for younger children. These include KING JACK AND THE DRAGON (one of the American Library Association's Notable Books of the Year) , THE GREAT DOG BOTTOM SWAP (shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize) and CATS AHOY!, (winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize) . He lives in London.
