The King Has Goat Ears [Hardcover]

Katarina Jovanovic (Author), Phillippe Beha (Illustrator)

Book Description

Grade Level: K and up

In this lively retelling of a Serbian folktale, each barber who cuts the king's hair ends up being kept prisoner in the palace. One day, however, a young apprentice named Miro accepts the challenge to cut the king's hair. When he discovers that the king has goat ears, Miro is careful not to tell anyone. But alas, secrets have a way of being found out! What will the king do when he learns that everyone in town knows his secret? (20081001)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This is a good addition to folk and fairy tale collections." (Resource Links 20090301)

"The colorful and engaging illustrations will intrigue children because of the interesting and beautiful depictions of animals and people." (Library Media Connection 20081201)

"Sophisticated collages accompany this engaging tale of self-acceptance." (The Horn Book Guide )

About the Author

Katarina Jovanovic is a writer, teacher, journalistand poet. She has won many awards for her poetry.Katarina, who worked for many years in children'sprogramming for Serbian radio, now resides inVancouver with her husband and two daughters.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Tradewind Books (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 189658022X
• ISBN-13: 978-1896580227
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,993,103 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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