Status
Available
Call number
Genres
Collections
Publication
Kids Can Press (2012), 32 pages
Description
A retelling of a traditional folktale, in which Shaina finds Izzy Pippik's hen and decides to care for the animal until its owner comes to get it, but after dozens of eggs begin to hatch and the chicks run amok throughout the town, Shaina will have to fight to protect the birds.
User reviews
LibraryThing member Sullywriter
A charming story about one good turn receiving another.
LibraryThing member mrea
In this story a young girl name Shaina finds a hen and ends up saving her town from hard times. The protagonist, Shaina, is a strong female character who finds strength in her morals.
Awards
The Willow Awards (Finalist — 2013)
Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children’s Book Award (Winner — 2013)
The Best Children's Books of the Year (Five to Nine — 2013)
Language
Original language
English