A young boy named Leo discovers a magical book that brings his drawings to life, leading to unexpected and chaotic consequences.
Author
Chris Van Allsburg
10 books in the catalog
Chris Van Allsburg has 10 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly fantasy, magical realism and picture book. The titles we've reviewed span 1979 to 2006.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–15, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
A young boy named Chris finds a mysterious book that transports him to a strange town where everyone is frozen in time. He must find a way to unfreeze them.
A young boy named Monsieur Bibot finds a magical fig that grants wishes, leading to unexpected consequences.
A lonely witch named Minna creates a broom that can sweep by itself. When the broom causes mischief, she must learn to control its power.
A boy named Josh dreams of a future filled with pollution and waste, prompting him to reconsider his actions.
The letter Z is depicted as being zapped out of existence, causing chaos and confusion for the other letters. The letters must work together to find Z and restore order to the alphabet.
A mysterious stranger arrives in a small town, causing curiosity and unease among its residents.
Two siblings discover a magical board game that brings the jungle to life within their house.
A young boy named Ben has a vivid dream that transforms his bedroom into a fantastical landscape.
A young boy named Fernando discovers a magical garden where his dog, Atlas, is transformed into a statue.
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