Sky Cloud City

<h4>An award-winning chapter book inspired by an ancient Greek comedy (The Birds <em>Ornithes</em>) by Aristophanes.</h4><p><br></p><p>When two young friends purchase a pair of talking birds an adventure set in ancient Greece begins! The two friends -Hope and Trusty- embark on a journey to the Land of the Birds accompanied by two caged crows and a couple of stray dogs. There they meet a colorful king and address a hostile assembly of birds. With skill eloquence and courage the two friends end up uniting the birds in a common goal: to erect a huge city high up in the clouds. The founding of this city shakes up humankind and humbles Zeus and the Olympian gods. It triggers a series of events that benefit the birds and improves their status in the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Written by a Greek archaeologist this <strong>fun retelling</strong> of a popular ancient Greek play is an ode to friendship and to promises kept. It highlights the benefits of brotherhood unity democracy and peace. The story sends out a very <strong>positive message</strong> to young readers:<strong> </strong><em>never hesitate to dream big</em>. Seemingly impossible goals CAN be reached with hard work and collaboration. </p><p><br></p><p>The skillful artwork by accomplished Greek artist Natalia Kapatsoulia brings the story to life rendering the book appealing to kids and parents alike.</p><p><br></p><p>Sky Cloud City is a short chapter book for ages 7+ grades 2-4 and for the young at heart...</p><p>An absolute <u>must-have</u> for the kids who LOVE Greek mythology.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>2021 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards </strong>Early Reader-First Chapter Books: <em>Bronze Medal</em><strong>.</strong></p>