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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
At the End of Holyrood Lane
Written by Dimity Powell · Illustrated by Nicky Johnston
A child faces relentless storms, seeking courage to overcome hidden fears.
3.7 Goodreads · 47 ratings
32 pages· 311 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 620L
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Bookroo's summary
Flick's world is filled with playful moments, but the storms at Holyrood Lane bring fear and chaos. As these tempests rage, Flick must find the courage to seek help and confront her deepest anxieties. Will she find the strength to weather the storm and discover peace? This poignant tale explores the impact of domestic turmoil through a child's eyes, offering hope and resilience.
"Flick lives beneath the beech woods at the end of Holyrood Lane."
— from the book
From the publisher
Flick is just like any other youngster. She loves to chase butterflies and jump in autumn leaves. But life at the end of Holyrood Lane is often violent and unpredictable due to the constant storms that plague her home, causing her to cringe with dread and flee whenever they strike. Visually arresting, emotionally incisive, and ultimately uplifting, this beautifully crafted picture book provides a sensitive glimpse into one aspect of domestic violence and how it can affect young lives.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 311
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 620L
After the last page
Talk about it together
What is your first impression of Flick?
What do you think Flick was afraid of and why?
Can you name some of the fears or things that worry you?
What things can you do to overcome your fears and make you feel better?
How did Flick overcome her fears?
Inside the book
A peek between the covers
Good to know
Stories behind the story
What inspired the story behind this book?
Flick's story was inspired by a suggestion from a leading Children's charity and crisis centre; in response to their plea for more mainstream picture books that addressed the taboo topic of domestic violence.
What readers & critics say
Reviews
“Vivid language and personification heighten the intensity of the storms, giving them force and raging emotions. The watercolor illustrations that accompany the text fill the pages, leaving no space without a purpose.Expressive illustrations and text rich with poetic vocabulary share a sensitive story with a message about asking for help when a situation feels scary.”
Kirkus
Critic · Starred review
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~4
- F&P level
- ~O
Publication
- Published
- September 4, 2018
- Publisher
- EK Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
- Text details
- Lemonade Bold 23 on 24pt
- Illustration details
- The artwork for this book was created with water colours.
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781925335767
- OCLC
- 1135070120
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