About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to navigate the balance between feeling small and wanting to be brave. It is an ideal choice for the transition from picture books to early readers, especially for children who are captivated by magic, music, and the power of storytelling. This adaptation of the acclaimed film introduces Kubo, a young boy with a magical gift for paper-folding and storytelling, who must embark on a quest to protect his family and discover his heritage. The story explores themes of resilience and the deep bond between parent and child through a lens of Japanese-inspired fantasy. While it features elements of peril and a quest against dark forces, it remains grounded in the idea that our memories and stories are our greatest strengths. It is a gentle way to introduce grand, epic narratives to younger elementary students, offering them a hero who leads with his heart and his imagination.
