book danger eagle

\danger eagle\ is a children\s picture book about a brave and bold stunt-penguin stuffed animal who believes he can conquer any challenge. it is an action-packed origin story that explores themes of courage and imagination.

the author of \danger eagle\ is jesse wente, an anishinaabe writer, broadcaster, and arts leader. he is also the author of the bestselling memoir \unreconciled: family, truth, and indigenous resistance\.

the book is illustrated by shaikara david, a multidisciplinary indigenous artist from the akwesasne mohawk territory. she is known for her vibrant and magical paintings that explore storytelling and cultural representation.

the recommended age range for \danger eagle\ is 5 to 9 years old.

early reviews have been positive, with kirkus reviews calling it "a hero\s journey by turns dramatic and endearing" and praising the "increasingly funny text and art" that "strike a clever balance between fantasy and reality". the illustrations have been described as feeling like "stills from an animated cartoon".