Barb Landon

Testimonials

See Why Families Are Falling in Love

From bedtime read-alouds to classroom discussions, discover the different parts of the story that are resonating with readers of all ages.

From Grandma Carol:
I read this to my grandkids, and we all loved it. It's not just a simple fairy tale. It really made us talk about how being scared of something different, like the villagers were of the dragons, can cause so many problems. It's a sweet story with a really important message about giving people a chance.
From Dad of Two, Mark:
Finally, a kids' book where the heroes use their brains and work together instead of just fighting. The scene where all the different animals team up to dig the pits was so creative. My son now stages elaborate 'alliances' with his stuffed animals. It's a great lesson in strategy and teamwork.
From 10-year-old Sophie:
Kyrie is my favorite because she's small, but she doesn't let that stop her. She saved a whole dragon! It made me feel like you don't have to be big and strong to be brave. I also really liked that the dragon, Lilycan, kept her promise and didn't eat her friend. Their friendship was so cool.
From Teacher, Mrs. Evans:
This book is a classroom gem. The chapters are a perfect length for read-aloud time, and the kids are always begging for one more. They get so invested in the different hedgehog siblings' adventures. It's sparked great conversations about habitats and animal behavior, all wrapped up in a fun story.
From Auntie Jess:
I bought this for my niece and ended up reading it myself first. The men from the boat are actually pretty intimidating villains for a kids' book, which I liked. It doesn't talk down to kids. The stakes feel real, which makes the victory at the end feel earned and so satisfying for a young reader.
From Bookworm Ben, age 8:
I liked that it was from the animals' point of view. It was funny when the hedgehogs called a ship a 'wooden box' and a gun a 'loud stick.' It makes you think about how animals might actually see us. The part with the bees and wasps attacking the bad guys was probably my favorite scene.