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Oh No, Little Dragon!

Jim Averbeck - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Little Dragon wreaks adorable havoc in this energetic picture book from the creator of Except If.With a PHOOSH and a Grrrrrr and a CANNONBAAAALLLLLL! Little Dragon tears through his day (and the house) . But even when he gets a little too rambunctious, theres no OH NO! that Mamas kiss...
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Old MacDonald Had a Dragon

Ken Baker - Two Lions
Format: Hardcover

Old MacDonald had a farm, E-I-E-I-O! And on that farm he had...a dragon? The animals aren’t happy that there’s a dragon on the farm. But Old MacDonald likes his dragon...until it starts swallowing up the animals! Can Old MacDonald save his farm before it’s too late?...
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Max's Dragon

Kate Banks - Frances Foster Books
Format: Print book

Max is looking for words that rhyme. His dragon is in his wagon - or was, for now its tail has left a trail, which Max follows. He finds an umbrella on the ground-- "Found, ground," he says, while his older brothers mock him for believing in dragons and sitting under an umbrella...
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Not Your Typical Dragon

Dan Bar-el - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Everybody knows your typical dragon breathes fire.But when Crispin tries to breathe fire on his seventh birthday, fire doesn't come out - only whipped cream! Each time Crispin tries to breathe fire, he ends up withBand-Aidsmarshmallowsteddy bears?Crispin wonders if he'll ever find his inner...
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Fire Truck vs. Dragon

Chris Barton - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Can a Fire Truck and a Dragon be friends? Find out in this new companion to the household favorite Shark vs. Train!It's the wackiest rivalry ever, when the fire-breathing ruler of the skies and the fearless fire truck go head to head in an epic battle of fire vs water! Who will win?But...
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King Jack and the Dragon

Peter Bently - ‎Dial Books; Illustrated edition
Format: Hardcover

A lively playtime adventure that becomes a warm and cozy bedtime book - perfect for every little knight-in-training. From the illustrator of the award-winning
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Me and My Dragon

David Biedrzycki - Charlesbridge
Format: Hardcover

A boy lists all the reasons he wants a pet dragon and describes how he would take care of it. Includes tips for selection (why you shouldn't choose a three-headed dragon) , discipline (what to do if your dragon misbehaves) , and diet (why you should never give a dragon broccoli) .
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What Goes Up

Paula Bowles - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover

Martin the dragon is sad. He longs to fly, but his wings are just too small. He tries flying like a bumblebee, a leaf, and a cloud. But . . . CRASH! It's no use. "What goes up, must come down,"says Martin sighing. Luckily, the village's children know how to teach Martin to go up and stay...
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The Library Dragon

Carmen Agra Deedy - Peachtree Publishers; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

When Sunrise Elementary School advertised for a thick-skinned librarian with a burning love of books, Miss Lotta Scales knew she was perfect for the job. Who could guard books better than a REAL dragon?She kept a fiery eye out to make sure no one removed any books from the shelves.... The very...
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Return of the Library Dragon

Carmen Agra Deedy - Peachtree Publishers
Format: Hardcover

After 682 years of faithful service, Miss Lotty is retiring from guarding books. But before she can check out of Sunrise Elementary for good, disaster strikes. Someone has ordered all the books removed from the library and replaced with machines! It s enough to make Lotty feel a little...dragon-like....
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There's a Dragon in the Library

Dianne De Las Casas
Format: Hardcover

Max loves story time at the library. One day he spots a large speckled egg on a bookshelf. No one believes Max when he says a dragon has emerged and is now growing up in the library. Young readers will learn about book care as they follow the dragon's antics.
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Dragon Was Terrible

Kelly DiPucchio - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover

We all know dragons are terrible, but this one is especially terrible. He scribbles in books. He steals candy from baby unicorns. He even burps in church. Seriously, who does that? Dragon, thats who. The king, the knights, and the villagers are desperate to take down this beast once and for all....
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The storybook knight

Helen Docherty; Thomas Docherty - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Print book

Even dragons love a good story...Leo was a gentle knight in thought and word and deed. While other knights liked fighting, Leo liked to sit and read...When Leo's mom and dad pack him off to fight a dragon, he takes a shield, a sword -- and a pile of his favorite books.But can a story be as mighty...
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A Gold Star for Zog

Julia Donaldson - Arthur A. Levine Books; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover

The ultimate back-to-school quest from bestsellers Donaldson and SchefflerWhat do dragons learn at Madam Dragon's school?How to fly. . . How to roar. . . How to breathe fire!Zog is the most eager student in the class, but he's also the most accident-prone. With each test (and...
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Zog and the Flying Doctors

Julia Donaldson - Arthur A. Levine Books
Format: Hardcover

Zog the dragon, Princess Pearl, and Sir Gadabout have taken to the skies! No sniffly lion or sunburned mermaid will go without care while the flying doctors are on duty. But Princess Pearl's unconventional career path doesn't sit so well with her uncle, the king. He thinks princesses...
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Baby Dragon

Amy Ehrlich - Candlewick Press
Format: Hardcover

Amy Ehrlich spins a resonant tale of separation anxiety, pluck, and reassurance, aided by Will Hillenbrand's charming, lush illustrations.Baby Dragon knows he must wait for his mother by the red fern. He knows she'll be back by morning. So he counts his claws, draws in the sand,...
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If I Had a Dragon

Tom Ellery - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book

Morton's brother is too little to be any fun -- but if he were a dragon, playtime would be great...wouldn't it?
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East Dragon, West Dragon

Robyn Eversole - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Two giant, imposing dragons confront their greatest fearseach other! East Dragon and West Dragon live on opposite sides of the world. They have never metand they like it that way. East Dragon is sure that West Dragons huge wings mean that he is very, very strong. West Dragon fears that...
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A Dragon Moves In

Lisa Falkenstern - Two Lions
Format: Hardcover

Rabbit and Hedgehog are having a picnic when RUMBLE CRACK The egg Rabbitxs sitting on hatches Out comes a baby dragon Rabbit and Hedgehog take him home They have lots of fun until the baby dragon starts to grow And Grow And GROW The artwork rendered in oil on board gives a classic touch...
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There's a Dragon in Your Book

Tom Fletcher - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

OH NO! There's a dragon in this picture book by bestselling author, YouTube star, and musician Tom Fletcher--author of There's a Monster in Your Book!First, there's an egg in your book. Then the cutest baby dragon you've ever seen hatches from it. But don't tickle its nose, and whatever...
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How to Draw a Dragon

Douglas Florian - Beach Lane Books
Format: Hardcover

Pull out your pencils! Everyones an artist in this lively and inspiring picture book full of wit, whimsy, and wacky imagination ... and dragons, of course!Dragons of all shapes and sizes are on display in this high-flying how-to picture book from celebrated author-illustrator Douglas Florian....
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Dear Dragon: A Pen Pal Tale

Josh Funk - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A sweet and clever friendship story in rhyme, about looking past physical differences to appreciate the person (or dragon) underneath.George and Blaise are pen pals, and they write letters to each other about everything: their pets, birthdays, favorite sports, and science fair projects....
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Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library

Julie Gassman - Picture Window Books
Format: Print book

Have you ever thought about bringing your dragon to the library? Don't do it! You might have the best intentions, but that dragon will cause nothing but trouble. Using rhyming text and a diverse cast of characters, this charming picture book will provide some important and some not so important...
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Do Not Bring Your Dragon to Recess (Fiction Picture Books)

Julie Gassman - Picture Window Books
Format: Hardcover

Dragons are more than just fire and wings. They have outside interests like slides and swings. But can a dragon follow the rules and use proper playground manners at recess? With the help of her best friend she can! This is the third installment in author Julie Gassmans popular dragon series....
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Do Not Take Your Dragon to Dinner

Julie Gassman - Capstone Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

We know you shouldn't take your dragon to the library, but what about taking him out to dinner? After all, dragons need to eat too! But with firey breath, flapping wings, and pointy spikes, that might not be a good idea! Rhyming text and diverse characters bring the importance of dinner...
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Dragons Extraordinary Egg

Debi Gliori - Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Format: Hardcover

In this heartwarming story, a dragon in need of an egg finds an abandoned egg in need of a mommy. It seems like the perfect fit, but when that egg hatches, the little baby doesnt look like all the other dragons. In fact, he looks a lot like a penguin! Of course, his mommy loves him no matter...
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The Trouble with Dragons

Debi Gliori - Walker Childrens
Format: Hardcover

The trouble with dragons is . . . everything! From chopping down forests to wasting food, the dragons are making an absolute mess of the planet. Their careless ways could spell the end for Earth—unless they can find a way to turn things around. From the beloved author and illustrator...
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How To Dress A Dragon

Thelma Lynne Godin - Scholastic Press
Format: Print book

If you have to dress a dragon, you must be prepared to catch him as he flies by. Also, beware of ticklish toes, shirts with buttons, and hats that do not fit neatly between his horns!In this charming, second-person narrative, our little boy hero imparts his infinite knowledge of how to dress...
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How To Be Friends with a Dragon

Valeri Gorbachev - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover

Wouldnt it be fun to have a dragon for a friend? But thats not going to happen if you dont know the rules. Simons big sister, Emma, knows them all DONT poke a dragon when hes taking a nap he might sneeze fire. DONT be surprised if the dragon fries some eggs with his breath. DO be sure to wear...
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Again!

Emily Gravett - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A little dragon and his favorite book make for a combustible combination in this clever picture book with a surprise ending.Its nearly Cedric the dragons bedtime, and for Cedric, bedtime means storytime! When his mother reads him his favorite book, he likes the story so much that he wants...
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Lovabye Dragon

Barbara M Joosse; Randy Cecil - Candlewick
Format: Book

In her bed in her room in her castle, a girl longs for a dragon. In his nest in his cave in his mountain, a dragon dreams of a girl.When a lonely dragon follows a trail of princess tears, a beautiful friendship is born. They march and sing, roar and whisper, hide and seek, then settle into...
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Sloppy Takes the Plunge

SEAN JULIAN - NorthSouth Books
Format: Hardcover

Everyone loves a good hug and a good bath! Sloppy the tree dragon doesn't want to take a bath. "Being mucky is what a tree dragon is all about." Could it be that getting clean is nearly as fun as getting dirty?
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Sloppy Wants a Hug

Sean Julian - NorthSouth Books
Format: Hardcover

Find out why you should never hug a tree dragon - especially a sloppy one.Sloppy the tree dragon wants a hug, but Dewdrop the sprite isn't going to give him one, for a very good reason.
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There's No Such Thing as a Dragon

Jack Kent - Dragonfly Books
Format: Paperback

A classic dragon tale returns in paperback!When Billy Bixbee finds a tiny dragon in his bedroom, his mom tells him, "There's no such thing as a dragon!" This only makes the dragon get bigger. He grows, and grows, and grows, until he's bigger than Billy's house - and that's...
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There Was an Old Dragon Who Swallowed a Knight

Penny Parker Klostermann - Random House
Format: Print book

We all know that "there was an old lady" who swallowed lots of things. Now meet the old dragon who swallows pretty much an entire kingdom! Will he ever learn a little moderation?! This rollicking rhyme is full to bursting with sight gags, silly characters, and plenty of burps!...
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Argus

Michelle Knudsen - ‎Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

From the author of the best-selling Library Lion comes a funny, heartfelt new picture book about embracing the unusual, green scales and all.Sallys class is doing a science project, and Mrs. Henshaw is handing out eggs for hatching. "Mine looks different," says Sally. When...
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Dragon Night

J. R. Krause - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A boy and his dragon embark on a dazzling nighttime journey in this heartwarming friendship story about facing fears and helping others.Georgie is afraid of the night. It's too dark with the lights off. Too quiet with everyone asleep. And being alone makes everything worse. The dragon is afraid...
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Oscar and the Very Hungry Dragon

Ute Krause - NorthSouth
Format: Hardcover

It’s time to feed the dragon! But this year the village is out of princesses. So the villagers send Oscar, a not so plump little boywho would rather COOK dinner than BE dinner.Putting his culinary skills to the test, Oscar shows the dragon that filet mignon and banana splits...
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Spark the Firefighter

Stephen Krensky - Dutton Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

When the town of Hardscrabble placed an ad for a new firefighter, they never expected a dragon to apply. But Spark wants the job because he has a secret. Hes afraid of fire . . . and thats not good when you are a fire-breathing dragon! Spark knows the only way to conquer your fear is by facing...
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Super-Dragon

Steven Kroll - Two Lions
Format: Print book

Great balls of fire! Drago wants to be in the flying contest. But he hasn’t learned to fly yet, and his family says he’s too little to learn. That doesn’t stop Drago! When his family’s asleep, he tries and tries, but SPLAT... he fails. Then he asks a bird to help...
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I will not eat you

Adam Lehrhaupt - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book

From the award-winning author of Warning: Do Not Open This Book! and beloved illustrator Scott Magoon comes a suspenseful and darkly funny new picture book about a creature who resists the urge to eat the animals that wander into his cave ... at least for now!Theodore thinks everything...
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Have You Seen My Dragon?

Steve Light - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

Enter a fascinating, ornately drawn cityscape and help a boy find his dragon while counting objects from hot dogs to traffic lights.In the heart of the city, among the taxis and towers, a small boy travels uptown and down, searching for his friend. Readers will certainly spot the glorious...
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One Drowsy Dragon

Ethan Long - Orchard Books
Format: Book

A hilarious counting book about one drowsy dragon who wants to sleep . . . but his little dragons are being way too noisy and have way too much energy!One drowsy dragon is trying to get some sleep, but his ten little dragons want to have fun instead. Five are playing with their toys, six are making...
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Who Wants a Dragon?

James Mayhew - Orchard Books
Format: Print book

One very cuddly dragon is looking for a home, and someone to love him. Will he ever find it?A lost baby dragon, alone in the night is looking for somebody to love. He is pink and cuddly and very cute, and his misadventures will have readers laughing, as he frightens a knight and gives the king...
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Granny's dragon

Lisa McCourt - Dutton Children's Books
Format: Print book

A grandmother tells her grandchild that an invisible dragon will provide protection from the monsters that she fears at night.
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When a Dragon Moves In

Jodi Moore - Flashlight Press
Format: Hardcover

On a beautiful day at the beach a young boy brings his bucket shovel and imagination and builds a perfect sand castle Right away a dragon moves in The boy decides to befriend his dragon and they spend time roaming the shore flying a kite braving the waves defying bullies and roasting marshmallowsall...
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When a Dragon Moves In Again

Jodi Moore - Flashlight Press
Format: Hardcover

A dragon friend understands the ups and downs of becoming a big brother Preparations are in full swing to welcome a new family member in this sequel to the award-winning When a Dragon Moves In. A young boy has become a big brother and he and his beloved dragon dedicate themselves to entertaining...
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The Paper Bag Princess

Robert N Munsch - Annick Press
Format: Paperback

This bestselling modern classic features a princess who rescues a very snooty - and ungrateful - prince.
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The Pet Dragon: A Story about Adventure, Friendship, and Chinese Characters

Christoph Niemann - Greenwillow Books
Format: Hardcover

Meet Lin and her pet dragon! When the dragon mysteriously disappears, Lin sets off on a journey to find her best friend . . . and readers set off on a journey of learning and discovery. By ingeniously integrating written Chinese characters into the illustrations as the story progresses,...
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How Droofus the Dragon Lost His Head

Bill Peet - Houghton Mifflin
Format: Paperback

Droofus the kindly dragon has a price on his head, but the small boy who befriends him refuses to sell him to the king.
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Dragon Gets By

Dav Pilkey - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover

An endearing blue dragon takes on daily chores--housework, yardwork, and shopping--with humorous results
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Dragons Rule, Princesses Drool!

COURTNEY PIPPIN-MATHUR - Little Simon
Format: Hardcover

Dragon has just met the two most dangerous creatures to have ever entered his kingdom - princesses! - in this charming picture book about an unexpected friendship.Scales and claws and fire-breathing jaws, that's what dragons are made of. Pink ribbons and pearls, all the sweetness in the world,...
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The Peace Dragon

Linda Ragsdale - Flowerpot Pr
Format: Hardcover

Sometimes things aren't always what they seem... sometimes they are better. When a young explorer comes upon a dragon he quickly learns he shouldn't jump to conclusions. This is no ordinary dragon. This is a Peace Dragon and she is spreading a message of peace the whole world should...
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Attack of the Underwear Dragon

Scott Rothman - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Cole's wish comes true when he becomes an Assistant Knight to Sir Percival, his favorite Knight of King Arthur's Round Table. Cole learns how to ride a horse, swing a sword, cheer for Sir Percival when he goes to battle, and bandage his boo-boos when the battle is over. Cole loves...
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Have You Seen My Blankie?

Lucy Rowland - Candlewick Press
Format: Hardcover

This charming rhyming tale, perfect for a bedtime story, features a princess protagonist, an adorable dragon, and a cast of favorite fairy-tale characters.Princess Alice has lost her very precious blankie, and she must find it before bedtime! But her brother doesnt have it, and neither...
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The Knight Who Said "No!"

Lucy Rowland - Nosy Crow
Format: Hardcover

Ned the knight always does exactly what he's told. When his parents ask him to pick up his toys, dig up the cabbages, or go to bed on time, he does it all with a smile. And when the dragon swoops into town every night, Ned always runs inside just as he's asked. But one morning Ned says...
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Dragons Love Tacos

Adam Rubin - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover

A New York Times bestselling phenomenon, this deliciously funny read-aloud from the creators of Robo-Sauce and Secret Pizza Party will make you laugh until spicy salsa comes out of your nose. Dragons love tacos. They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos,...
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Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel

Adam Rubin - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover

The hilarious sequel to the smokin' hot New York Times best seller, perfect for story time News alert! It has just been discovered that there are NO MORE TACOS left anywhere in the world. This is a huge problem because, as you know, dragons love tacos. If only there was a way for the dragons...
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Would You Rather Be a Princess or a Dragon?

Barney Saltzberg - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Hardcover

Some little ones want to be princesses; others want to be dragons. The message of this book is that you can actually be both!There are lots of things you can be: a little wild, a little sweet. A little polite, a little troublesome. A little dainty, a little dragony. Theres nothing stopping...
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Dragon Stew

Steve Smallman - Good Books
Format: Hardcover

Five bored Vikings went out hiking, looking for adventure, something daring, bold, and new.So they thought they'd hunt a dragon, and then tie it to their wagon, take it home and chop it up and make a dragon stew!Some hilarious misadventures with a very stubborn dragon quickly ensue.
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Fergal and the Bad Temper

Robert Starling
Format: Hardcover

A young dragon must learn to control his temper in this funny picture book for fiery kids everywhere!Fergal the dragon does not like being told what to do. It's not fair! And when things aren't fair, Fergal loses his temper and snorts angry fire. He feels sorry afterward, but Fergal just...
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That Pesky Dragon

Julie Sykes - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover

Izzie is anxious to see the dragon that shows up one day on their family farm. But Dad warns her that it is much too dangerous. The pesky dragon has caused chaos on the farm with its fiery breath that hard-boils the eggs, burns the wheat fields, and turns the cows' milk to yogurt. Finally,...
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The Popcorn Dragon

Jane Thayer - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover

You could hardly blame Dexter, ordinarily a well-behaved young dragon, for showing off when he suddenly found that he could make clouds of smoke. The temptation is irresistible, but Dexter quickly becomes insufferable. First he watches his own reflection in the river in order to admire...
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A Cold Winter's Good Knight

Shelley Moore Thomas - Dutton Children's Books
Format: Hardcover

On a cold winter's night a festive ball is underway. Three little dragons make their way to the cozy castle. They have the best of intentions at the fancy party, but the clumsy trio bumbles about on the dance floor, trips by the punch bowl, and finally crashes into the fireplace. Soon...
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Take Care, Good Knight

Shelley Moore Thomas - Dutton Juvenile; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

At last, here is a picture book about the Good Knight and his three little dragon friends, the stars of Dutton's best-loved Easy Readers. The old wizard has asked the dragons to take care of his cats for a few days. There's just one problem: they can't read the wizard's...
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This Book Is Not About Dragons

Shelley Moore Thomas - Boyds Mills Press
Format: Print book

Meet a mouse narrator who stubbornly insists that this book contains absolutely no dragons - not even a claw nor a flame nor any large, pointy scales. Readers will know better - and enjoy being in on the joke - as a flock of dragons chase the mouse to the very end of the book within the book....
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Puff, the Magic Dragon

Peter Yarrow - Sterling
Format: Audio CD

Puff, the Magic Dragon is simply one of the most beloved songs of all time - a classic that's become as much a part of the childhood experience as Mother Goose and fairy tales. Yet singer/songwriter Peter Yarrow and co-composer Lenny Lipton have never allowed a picture book adaptation...
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Waking Dragons

Jane Yolen - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Wake up with a pair of sleepy dragons and the knight who must get them ready for school "Dragons wake up, ""Dragons rise, ""Dragons open ""Dragon eyes. " From tumbling out of their humongous blankets to devouring a breakfast of catapulted waffles,...
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The Truth About Dragons

Jaime Zollars - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

As a young girl cautiously approaches a castle full of soaring, roaring dragons, she worries about their wildness and their terribly sharp teeth. And indeed, the dragons are hungry and noisy, and they seem to be hovering closer and closer . . . until the girl notices that some of the beasts...
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