Helga Makes a Name for Herself

Helga Makes a Name for HerselfHelga Makes a Name for Herself by Eda Kaban, Megan Maynor
ISBN: 1328957837
Genres: Adventure, Humor
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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five-stars

Helga’s a farmersdotter, says her mother. Warriors don’t come from small mountain villages like theirs, says her father. But Helga wants to become a warrior for her favorite Viking, Ingrid the Axe. Ultimately, she earns her place, and becomes known to future young Vikings as Helga the Howler.

Amusing illustrations (Eda Kaban) give the reader much to enjoy along with the humorous text.

Viking facts and websites are included in the backmatter, but this is an entertaining picture book that holds its own to share one-on-one, small groups, or read alouds. 

Reviewed by Lynn Mayer, Retired Librarian, Old Town Elementary School, Old Town

five-stars