A
good, quick read for kids.
Fiction
– Juvenile - Fantasy
Age
level: 9-13 Grade level: 4-8
Publication
Date: 2012
The
Sock Gnome Chronicles #1
Billy
Coatbutton, a Sock Gnome, must pass his first test of mastery to
become a hunter like his dad. With one spin of the Wheel of Destiny
Billy is sent on the adventure of his life, challenging him in
unexpected ways.
This
book is written in the grand tradition of the Borrowers complete with
its own mythology and cute adventure story. The narrator directly
addresses the reader and the writing and vocabulary are both very
appropriate for the age level. I love the overall message about
doing right for its own sake and looking after the overall good and
not just personal selfish ambition. Also this is a quick read and
great for kids with short attention spans who might otherwise
struggle to read longer books.
