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Finding Narnia: The Story of C. S. Lewis and His Brother Hardcover – Picture Book, November 19, 2019

by Caroline McAlister (Author), Jessica Lanan (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 82 ratings
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Finding Narnia is Caroline McAlister and Jessica Lanan's captivating picture book biography of two brothers, Jack and Warnie Lewis, whose rich imaginations led to the creation of the magical world of Narnia.

Before C.S. Lewis wrote The Chronicles of Narnia, he was a young boy named Jack who spent his days dreaming up stories of other worlds filled with knights, castles, and talking animals. His brother, Warnie, spent his days imagining worlds filled with trains, boats, and technology. One rainy day, they found a wardrobe in a little room next to the attic, and they wondered, What if the wardrobe had no end?

Years later, Jack began to think about what could be beyond that wardrobe, and about a girl named Lucy and her siblings. This picture book biography introduces the beloved creator of The Chronicles of Narnia to a new generation of children who see hidden magic in the world around them.

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    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - Preschool
  5. Lexile measure
    AD830L
  6. Dimensions
    9.44 x 0.38 x 11.38 inches
  7. Publisher
    Roaring Brook Press
  8. Publication date
    November 19, 2019
  9. ISBN-10
    1626726582
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1626726581
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"A vivid portrait of inspiration and imagination... Masterfully explains how a classic series came to be while maintaining a sense of mystery and wonder." - Kirkus, starred review

"Lanan’s expressive, soft-focused art is meticulously in step with McAlister’s lyrical narrative, as both move from the often-harsh real world to the mystical realm of Narnia." - Publishers Weekly

"An enjoyable follow-up to Narnia storytime for nostalgic parents and their young initiates." - Booklist

"The watercolor illustrations are muted and ethereal, reflecting both the fantasy worlds created and the realities of a period in history torn by war... This pleasing exploration of Lewis will appeal to young fans who want to learn about the inspiration behind The Chronicles of Narnia." - School Library Journal

About the Author

Caroline McAlister's father was an English professor and she grew up in a house full of books. On weekends for fun the family went to used bookstores. Like her father, she now teaches English to college students, but as a young child she wanted to become an author of children’s books. Now in her second career she has returned to her earliest aspirations. When she is not reading or writing you may find her playing tennis, cooking strange vegetarian meals, or quilting some of the fabric scraps she has hoarded. She is married to a philosophy professor. They have two fierce, smart daughters, and a large, loopy Labrador retriever. Her books include John Ronald's Dragons and Finding Narnia.

Jessica Lanan has long been enchanted by the mysteries of the cosmos. Exoplanets are too far away for her to visit, but illustrating them is the next best thing. Jessica currently lives in her native state of Colorado with her husband, three-legged cat, and baby daughter, who was born during the making of Just Right: Searching for the Goldilocks Planet.

Jessica's illustrations can also be found in Finding Narnia: The Story of C. S. Lewis and His Brother, The Lost Package, and Jumper.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Roaring Brook Press (November 19, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1626726582
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1626726581
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD830L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - Preschool
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.02 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.44 x 0.38 x 11.38 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 82 ratings

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Caroline McAlister has published three picture books for children, Holy Mole!, Brave Donatella and the Jasmine Thief, and John Ronald's Dragons: The Story of JRR Tolkien. She teaches writing at Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina. In addition to teaching writing, she has taught tennis and worked as a paralegal. She has also raised two fierce, smart, kind daughters. She likes to make things--meals, pies, quilts, scarves, protest posters, and books. She does not like cleaning, driving, chairing committees, or doing higher math. You can find out more about her at www.carolinemcalisterauthor.com.

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MMS
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect introduction to the wonderful world of Narnia
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2020
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I loved this beautiful picture book. The story of C.S. Lewis and his brother gives anyone, parent or child, a keen insight into the underpinnings of the world of Narnia. I read and loved the Narnia books as a child and then again as a young adult. I wish I could have read Finding Narnia with my own children. I guess I'll have to wait for the grandchildren. It really is the perfect book for those who already love Narnia and those who have yet to fall under its spell.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading over and over!
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020
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My kids loved this book and ask to read it repeatedly. A great story for those interested in the life of C.S. Lewis and/or fans of Narnia. I learned a lot.
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Daniella D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Done
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2020
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This is beautiful introduction to the man behind the beloved Narnia tales. Lovely addition to our home library.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully designed, engaging story!
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2019
Picture book biographies are a definite favorite genre of mine and I especially enjoy when they tell the backstory for authors and how their famous books came to be. This wonderful new release was so fun to read with my son as he got excited about each hint of inspiration for Narnia. It was also wonderful to see a story of two very different brothers having a strong relationship and supporting each other.

This was written by the same author of the excellent picture book biography John Ronald’s Dragons and the appeal is very similar. Both are a great balance of educational and child friendly, both are beautifully designed, and both have so much thought put into every detail of the text and illustrations. I love that there is both an author’s note and an illustrator’s note at the end and that they show how intentional and factually based all the details were.
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McM
5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous biography
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2019
Caroline McAlister created a wonderful book on C.S. Lewis, his brother Warnie, and the background to the creation of the Chronicles of Narnia. With the amazingly talented Jessica Lanan illustrating it, this picture book was everything I'd hoped for and so much more. This is a wonderful book examining the juxtaposition and interaction of reality (technology) and imagination. A fusion of seeming opposites; demonstrating how even though Warnie was practical (interested in ships, trains, and schedules) and Jack was imaginative (fascinated with Norse mythology, knights, and castles), the brothers combined their interests to create imaginary worlds of adventures. And how their collaboration lasted a lifetime. This is a great book for those who loved Narnia, are just getting into Narnia, or simply love nonfiction biographies. One I hope finds its way into every library.
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Jenna Grodzicki
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2020
Finding Narnia is a compelling biography about the lives of C.S. Lewis and his brother, and what led him to write the Chronicles of Narnia. The text and illustrations were meticulously researched, and the extensive back matter adds another layer of understanding. This is a must have for any classroom or library collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written, beautifully illustrated
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2019
Just got the book and I LOVE it. The author did an amazing job telling the story of CS Lewis and his brother Warnie. It is a beautiful story about both the power of imagination and sibling relationships. Lanan's illustrations are also a real treat. This will definitely become a night time favorite.
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A.R.
2.0 out of 5 stars Story was lovely, printing was awful
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2020
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This is a super cheap printing of this book. The paper feels super thin and had many pages that were warped. Some of the letters were crisp, others were blurry. Super bummed as we LOVE her Tolkien biography (infinitely better quality).
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Margaret Nemeth
2.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed the story but too short
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2021
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Great story was too short
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