Author: Tanya Lloyd Kyi
Illustrator: Udayana Lugo
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
Publication Date: April 16, 2024
Reading/Interest Level - Grades K - 2
About the Author
Tanya Lloyd Kyi is the award-winning author of more than thirty books for children and young adults.
Udayana Lugo is a self-taught illustrator of mixed heritage.
It Takes A Village
Things look very bleak when a young girl sees a huge dragon in the sky above her. She knows she can't fight the dragon alone, so she starts recruiting friends, family, and community members to help her. She finds people of all races, ages, and ethnic groups to help fight the dragon. There are even animals that join the fight.
This is a difficult battle but the girl and her friends do not give up. The dragon eventually grows tired and flies away. The girl knows that the dragon could return, but she also knows that she has nothing to fear.
My Thoughts
This is a wonderful story that spotlights the values of resiliency, perseverance, and courage. The young girl organizes a group of determined people who refuse to give up. I love the diversity of the people in the town. This is my favorite quote;
"You and your friends keep each other going. 'Don't give up,' you say. 'We can't give up!' You say it even when everything is dark. You whisper it when you're scared. You repeat it to anyone who will listen. We won't give up."
The illustrations are outstanding and add great value to the story.
The story ends on a positive note because the girl knows she is not alone.
MY RATING: 5 Stars Out Of 5
Thank you to NetGalley for an excellent reading opportunity.
