Author vs Illustrator cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.2
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 1263
Points per Word 0.000396

Description

At the far reaches of Earth, high upon a mountaintop, a bustling city is under attack. At least, that's what the author wants. Turns out, the illustrator has other plans.

Quick Summary

In "Author vs Illustrator" by Donald Lemke, a city perched on a mountaintop faces an attack that the author has planned, but the illustrator keeps derailing the story with unexpected changes, creating a playful battle between two creative forces. The book explores themes of collaboration, creative differences, and the unexpected ways stories can evolve when multiple people contribute to a narrative. If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Petsr child enjoys meta-fiction like "The Stinky Cheese Man" or interactive stories like "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!", they'll love this humorous take on how books actually come together. With an AR Level 3.2 and a 0.5 point value, this 1,263-word picture book is ideal for kindergarten through third-grade readers who are ready for chapter book transitions but still appreciate visual storytelling.