Treva's trouble with trolls begins when she climbs Mount Baldy with her dog Tuffi. The trolls who live there long for a dog, and they try to kidnap him. But Treva is brave and quick-thinking. She outwits one troll after another by giving each of them something she's carrying — mittens, a hat, and more — until she reaches the very top of the mountain, where five trolls are waiting — and they want her dog! Fortunately, clever Treva is able outsmart them once again, reclaiming all of her things and her beloved pet and quickly skiiing to safety.
From underground to mountain peak, Jan Brett's story is filled with adventure and eye-catching detail! Kids will particularly love the hidden second story in the page borders — including a hint that the trolls will have their own pet very soon. With vivid Scandinavian scenes to enjoy, this appealing story and its clever protagonist will delight young readers.
"Brett's sumptuous paintings are typically replete with detail of landscape and costume, this time vividly capturing Scandinavian mountains and villages. Intricate page borders feature folk art needlework on top and scenes of the simultaneous action in the trolls' underground den on the bottom. A wintry winner with a sunny glow." — Publisher's Weekly
Recommended Age | 3 - 8 |
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Author | Jan Brett |
Illustrator | Jan Brett |
ISBN | 0698117913 |
Publication Date | Oct 1, 1999 |
Publisher | Puffin |
Language | English |