Timeless illustrations help tell this story of little boys fighting imagined dragons and beasts. The author uses rhyme so children can understand the pattern and pace of the language in relation to the activity taking place in the narrative. King Jack’s realm consists of a cardboard fort in the backyard, his army is his baby brother and a friend, and the king and his knights feast on sandwiches and cupcakes. As bedtime approaches, the knights return home to their parents. The sights and sounds of the night test Jack’s bravery until his parents carry him home for a bath and bedtime. The feeling of safety depicted in the story when Jack’s parents take him inside to bed is a reminder of simple, cozy things. Young children will relate to the feelings of bravery during the day and fear at night. The concept of children using their imaginations and creativity without technology is part of the charm of this book. This is a wonderful story for bedtime, a fitting final selection for a story time, or a calming end-of-school read aloud. The soft, simple illustrations will help young minds settle down. The artwork has just enough detail to be interesting without being distracting. Recommended for preschool and day care libraries and grade school libraries.