"Komodo!" by Peter Sís is a captivating story that follows the journey of a young boy who embarks on an adventure to the exotic Komodo Island, home to the legendary Komodo dragons. Filled with vibrant illustrations, the narrative intertwines elements of education and wonder as the boy learns about the unique wildlife, culture, and beauty of the island. Through his exploration, he discovers not only the majestic creatures but also a deeper appreciation for nature and the importance of conservation. The book combines thrilling adventure with an engaging lesson, appealing to young readers' imaginations and curiosity about the world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

This book was published in 1993 by Greenwillow Books .

Peter Ss is an internationally acclaimed illustrator, author, and filmmaker. He was born in Brno, Czechoslovakia, and attended the Academy of Applied Arts in Prague and the Royal College of Art in London. Peter is a seven-time winner of The New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year, a two-time Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honoree, and has won the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal twice. Peter's books, Starry Messenger: Galileo Galilei, Tibet through the Red Box, and The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain were all named Caldecott Honor books by the American Library Association. The Wall was also awarded the Robert F. Sibert Medal. In addition, Peter Ss is the first childrens book illustrator to win the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship. He was chosen to deliver the 2012 May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture for the Association for Library Service to Children. Peter won the 2012 Hans Christian Andersen Award. This award is considered the most prestigious in international children's literature, given biennially by the International Board on Books for Young People. Peter Ss lives in the New York City area with his wife and children.