Burbidge, Clark Rich. Brave Howie and the Terrible Giant. Illustrated by Jared Salmond. 2023.

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Summary

The kingdom is in great danger…can anyone save it?

The kingdom of Snee had always been a peaceful and happy place. But in recent years a terrible giant has tormented the kingdom and troubled the people. He storms unexpectedly from his lair in the dark swampy forest and destroys their crops, homes, and wagons. The King is desperate and sends out pleas for heroes to end the giant’s reign of terror. Mighty knights and heroes come from near and far, but none can defeat the giant. Then one day a smallish unimpressive boy answers the call for help. Brave Howie does not look like a hero in armor that is a little to large for his small stature, and the people doubt his offer. Can this unlikely knight defeat the giant? How can one so small make a difference? He is the only one that thinks he has a chance. Join Brave Howie in his dangerous quest into the dark and fearsome swampy forest. Will he succeed or meet his doom?

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My Kid Review

Children everywhere deal with children who can be a challenge. Brave Howie and the Terrible Giant tells the story of a giant who was mean to the neighboring village, mostly because he had no friends. 

Clark Rich Burbidge has written a storyline that young children will enjoy – the story of a knight conquering a menacing giant. The underlying lesson of the book is to try and find out why someone is being mean – maybe they just need a friend. 

Jared Salmond’s illustrations compliment the story wall and help children visualize the characters in the story. His illustrations are done in earthy, muted tones. 

Brave Howie and the Terrible Giant could easily find a place in the picture book section of a K-12 Christian school library. It is appropriate for primary-aged children.

I received a complimentary copy of Brave Howie and the Terrible Giant. This is my honest review. 

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