Publisher Description

Vikings have attacked many settlements in Ireland, so people come to Kells to be safe. One person brings a special guest, a white cat! The white cat is named Pangur Ban. Brendan and Pangur Ban will have lots of adventures together. Based on the animated film, THE SECRET OF KELLS, this beginning reader is a fun way to practice sight words. Each page features images from the film paired with simple sentences for young readers. A pronunciation guide and word list enhance the educational value. About THE SECRET OF KELLS: The making of Ireland's greatest treasure, the Book of Kells, is brought to young audiences in a fantasy retelling based on Irish legends. Brendan is a young boy living in an isolated monastery community. When a refugee of Viking attacks joins them, Brendan is introduced to the art of illuminated manuscripts and conscripted in a quest to make the greatest book ever.

Author Biography

Calee M. Lee loves forest walks, city bakeries and 3-book weekends. She is the author of more than 15 children's books and the reader of at least 15,000. She lives with her husband, 2 children, cats and dog in Texas.

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