Rise of Pegasus (School for Magical Monsters #1)
by Joan Holub (Author) Toby Allen (Illustrator)
From the authors of the Goddess Girls and Heroes in Training series comes the first book in the School for Magical Monsters series about Pegasus's first day at school.
Pegasus is very excited for his first day at the School for Magical Monsters! At his old school, he was the only creature there, but now, he won't be alone. In fact, everyone there will find their special power--and Pegasus can't wait to discover his! But the first few days are a little rough--poor Pegasus keeps on stumbling over his hooves! And it seems like all his new friends start to receive their power before her does. With a little help from his new friends and a little magic, can Pegasus learn to soar at his new school?
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Publishers Weekly
Shenanigans ensue as mythical creatures attend school for the first time in this cozy chapter book series launch by collaborators Holub and Williams (the Little Goddess Girls series). Young Pegasus is excited for his first day at the School for Magical Monsters, where each student will discover their inherent magical power and learn how to control it. More than that, he's looking forward to making new friends. Once he arrives, Pegasus meets a courageous boy named Zeus as well as myriad other mythical creatures like himself, including Griffin, Minotaur, Hippocampus, Cyclops, and Sphinx. When the class is divided into groups, Pegasus takes the lead on their magical drawing assignment--but Pegasus's idea doesn't go according to plan, leading to personal disappointment and internal shame. Still, Pegasus continues to encounter surprising obstacles and adventures, eventually discovering his own innate power--and netting himself a trusted companion. Engaging language combines with elements of Greek mythology to present a lighthearted, charming story of self-discovery, new experiences, and open-mindedness. U.K. illustrator Allen's softly lined art depicts Pegasus's adventures throughout. Includes a glossary, discussion questions, and an author's note. Ages 5-8. (July)
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JUV037000 - Juvenile Fiction | Fantasy & Magic
JUV022020 - Juvenile Fiction | Legends, Myths, & Fables | Greek & Roman
JUV002270 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Dragons, Unicorns & Mythical
Schools
Monsters
Animals, Mythical
Mythological fiction
Clumsiness
Mythical animals
Pegasus (Greek mythology)
Winged horses
