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A review by s_n_arly
Jane and the Dragon by Martin Baynton
5.0
This is another terrific library find. This is a strong female protagonist story, the kind of which we can not get enough of in our house.
Jane is in training to be a lady-in-waiting, like her mother, but she really wants to be a knight. Since this isn't expected, nearly everyone finds the idea hilarious. The primary theme is finding the courage to pursue your heart's desire, even if it isn't what's expected. It also carries a more subtle message about the inadvisability in looking askance at those who choose (or have been chosen by) a different path.
The language is not overly simplified, but flows nicely and reads aloud well. The illustrations are fun, though I'm unsure how she manages all that hair.
Cautionary note for parents with new readers - this book uses British spellings (practise and armour), so it may confuse some children.
Jane is in training to be a lady-in-waiting, like her mother, but she really wants to be a knight. Since this isn't expected, nearly everyone finds the idea hilarious. The primary theme is finding the courage to pursue your heart's desire, even if it isn't what's expected. It also carries a more subtle message about the inadvisability in looking askance at those who choose (or have been chosen by) a different path.
The language is not overly simplified, but flows nicely and reads aloud well. The illustrations are fun, though I'm unsure how she manages all that hair.
Cautionary note for parents with new readers - this book uses British spellings (practise and armour), so it may confuse some children.