Publisher Description

With Vikings getting closer and closer to Kells, what will the people do to be safe? The Abbot tries to build a big wall, but even that won't keep the Vikings out. 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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