Author Profile
Katharine Holabird
2 Books
Katharine Holabird is an American author best known for creating the beloved 'Angelina Ballerina' children's book series. Working closely with illustrator Helen Craig, Holabird has penned numerous stories about the passionate, dancing little mouse that have captivated young readers for decades. Beyond the world of ballet, she has also written other charming children's adventures, including the 'Alexander' series.
Books in "Alexander"
Turn off the lights and peek bravely under the bed! Alexander is a young boy who strongly dislikes the dark, mostly because of the strange shapes that lurk in the corners of his room at night. One evening, the terrifying shadow creeping out from underneath his bed actually transforms into a huge, fierce dragon.
Instead of running away in fear, Alexander takes a closer look at this massive nighttime monster. To his absolute surprise, he discovers that even the scariest-looking dragons might just be looking for a friendly face. You will follow Alexander as he faces his biggest bedtime fears, making a magical new friend and learning that the monsters in the dark are rarely as frightening as they seem.
6-8 Years
27 Pages
Alexander pushes two armchairs together and suddenly his living room transforms into a spectacular sailing ship. With a boundless imagination, he invites his mother aboard for a remarkable journey across the open seas. Together, they navigate past dancing dolphins, singing whales, and fierce tropical storms.
As they travel to the other side of the world, they must outsmart nasty pirates and brave the rolling waves. The magic of their shared adventure brings the ocean to life right inside their home. When the storm clears, Alexander carefully guides their magical vessel back to shore, bringing them safely home again.
This warm and exciting story celebrates the power of creativity and the special bond between parent and child, showing how an ordinary afternoon can become an extraordinary voyage.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
