{"product_id":"knight-owl-caldecott-honor-award-winner-hardcover","title":"Knight Owl (Caldecott Honor Award Winner) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChristopher Denise\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eChristopher Denise\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e#1 \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER \u003c\/b\u003e-\u003cb\u003e CALDECOTT HONOR AWARD WINNER - \u003ci\u003eUSA TODAY \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\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\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\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 #1 \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\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 11 x 9.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 15, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caldecott Medal (2023)\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knight Owl\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46151252312250,"sku":"9780316310628","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/5727\/8650\/files\/4W3LSjNsWu9780316310628.webp?v=1783890299","url":"https:\/\/thebookloversatlas.com\/products\/knight-owl-caldecott-honor-award-winner-hardcover","provider":"The Book Lover's Atlas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}