Ruby's Sword

Written by Jacqueline Véissid · Illustrated by Paola Zakimi

A girl finds swords and turns her world into a kingdom.

4.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.7/5 Goodreads · 270 ratings

40 pages· 296 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD390L

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Bookroo's summary

Ruby is always trying to keep up with her brothers, but she never quite manages. One day, she stumbles upon sticks that transform into swords, and her imagination takes flight. With newfound courage, Ruby embarks on a swashbuckling adventure, turning her surroundings into a magical kingdom. Along the way, charming animal companions join her quest. Will Ruby's creativity and determination help her carve out her own path? Dive into a world where imagination reigns supreme and every stick holds the promise of adventure.

From the publisher

Ruby is always racing after her big brothers. But no matter how hard she tries, she can never catch up. Then one day, she discovers some sticks in the grass. Not just any sticks—swords! And suddenly the world is her kingdom. Readers will cheer on Ruby’s perseverance and creativity as they delight in the antics of the adorable animals that join her along the way. Anyone who has ever imagined themselves the star of their own swashbuckling adventure will find this sweet book irresistible.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Words: 296
Reading age: 3–5
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD390L

Themes & topics

Books about siblings Books about perseverance Books about animals Books about imagination Books about social themes

What readers & critics say

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4.8

“I love the artwork in this book! It's a sweet little story that is relatable for anyone with older siblings, and I love the emphasis on the power of imagination. The one drawback for me is that I'm not sure I want to introduce my preschooler to the concept of pretending sticks are swords...”

Lauren Hancock

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