The Creature of the Pines (Unicorn Society, #1) by Adam Gidwitz, illustrated by Hatem Aly. 167 pages. CHAPTER BOOK. Dutton’s Children’s
Books (Penguin), 2018. $15.
Language: G; Mature Content: G; Violence: G.
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3), EL – ESSENTIAL.
KID APPEAL: HIGH
Elliott’s first day at his new school is unique and amazing. First he meets a spunky girl named Uchenna,
and they fast become friends. Then while
on a field trip to the Pine Barrens, Elliott and Uchenna help a mythical
creature who is in trouble. When the mythical
Jersey Devil becomes more than Elliott and Uchenna can handle they have to turn
to the seemingly crazy Professor Fauna for help.
My nine year old and I loved this book. The story line moves quickly and is intriguing. The characters and their dialogue are endearing and funny. The illustrations are simple but help the reader visualize the magical parts of the story. Each night when it was time to close the book, my son would beg me to read just one chapter more. Great new series.
My nine year old and I loved this book. The story line moves quickly and is intriguing. The characters and their dialogue are endearing and funny. The illustrations are simple but help the reader visualize the magical parts of the story. Each night when it was time to close the book, my son would beg me to read just one chapter more. Great new series.
C. Peterson
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