Brief reviews and thoughts about children's and young adult books by Minnesota authors (or illustrators), or about Minnesota. If I get the urge, it may also include ideas for using the books in the classroom. The emphasis is on books published since 1995, but don't be surprised if an oldie-but-goodie slips in occasionally.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Horns and Wrinkles
Part of the Mississippi River near Blue Wing, Minnesota is under a spell. River trolls and rock trolls are wreaking havoc everywhere. Only twelve year old Claire dares to tackle this problem and try to get to the bottom of things. This is a fast-paced tale of fantasy and humor with a local setting (don't miss the directions to Blue Wing at the end), written by Minnesotan Joseph Helgerson and illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli, this may become the latest addition to Minnesota folklore.
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