Showing posts with label Dragons. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dragons. Show all posts

Monday, September 15, 2014

Tell Me a Dragon by Jackie Morris

From chapters.ca:
Dragons are a perennial favorite of most children, and this book honors the mythical creatures with words and pictures. Jackie Morris, known for the ravishing colours and sheer beauty of her art, offers young readers a gallery of dragons in every shape, size, and temperament imaginable. They range from a beast as big as a village to a tiny species with whisper-thin wings, from a snaggle-toothed monster to a sea-dragon that races dolphins on the waves. Tell Me a Dragon's whimsical text and enchanting gallery show why these creatures are so popular and inspire animated discussion and dragon-based activities.

Friday, October 18, 2013

Me and My Dragon Scared of Halloween by David Biedrzycki

From chapters.ca:
A boy and his dragon love all the same things - except for Hallowe'en. Dragon is afraid of zombies, werewolves, and ghosts. How can the boy convince him these things aren't real? As they search for the perfect costume for Dragon, a series of laugh- out- loud events changes Dragon's perspective.

Saturday, January 26, 2013

Oh No, Little Dragon! By Jim Averbeck

From chapters.ca:

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, there's no OH NO! that Mama's kiss can't fix. Jim Averbeck celebrates both the tremendous energy of a little boy and the tenderness shared between mother and child in this vibrant picture book that begs to be read aloud.

Friday, January 18, 2013

The Last Dragon Slayer by Jasper Fforde


From chapters.ca:
In the good old days, magic was powerful, unregulated by government, and even the largest spell could be woven without filling in magic release form B1-7G. Then the magic started fading away.  Fifteen- year- old Jennifer Strange runs Kazam, an employment agency for soothsayers and sorcerers. But work is drying up. Drain cleaner is cheaper than a spell, and even magic carpets are reduced to pizza delivery.  So it's a surprise when the visions start. Not only do they predict the death of the Last Dragon at the hands of a dragonslayer, they also point to Jennifer and say something is coming.

Friday, September 28, 2012

Moongobble and Me: The Dragon of Doom by Bruce Coville, illustrated by Katherine Coville

From chapters.ca:
Edward is bored with life in the little town of Pigbone. Then Moongobble the Magician and his faithful toad, Urk, move into the cottage on the hill.
Soon Edward has a job helping Moongobble. And Moongobble needs a lot of help, because it turns out he is not a very good magician. (His spells keep turning things into cheese!) Edward has never been so busy - or so happy. But then someone threatens to stop Moongobble from ever casting another spell. Edward can't let that happen. He'll do anything to save his friend's magic - even face the deadly, dreaded Dragon of Doom!

Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Dragon’s Fat Cat by Dav Pilkey

From chapters.ca: The endearing blue Dragon is back in bestselling author Dav Pilkey's humorous story about friendship and taking care of pets. When Dragon finds a stray cat, he brings it home and learns to take care of it through many silly mishaps. But, then Dragon is in for a big surprise when Cat has a litter of kittens.

Monday, July 30, 2012

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin

From chapters.ca: This Newbery Honor book features magic, adventure, friendship, and even a dragon who can't fly! In the valley of Fruitless Mountain, a young girl named Minli lives in a ramshackle hut with her parents. In the evenings, her father regales her with old folktales of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man on the Moon, who knows the answers to all of life's questions. Inspired by these stories, Minli sets off on an extraordinary journey to find the Old Man on the Moon to ask him how she can change her family's fortune. She encounters an assorted cast of characters and magical creatures along the way, including a dragon who accompanies her on her quest for the ultimate answer.

Friday, June 22, 2012

Over at the Castle by Boni Ashburn, illustrated by Kelly Murphy

From chapters.ca:
In this clever reworking of the classic folk song "Over in the Meadow," readers meet villagers who spent their day spinning, cleaning, cooking, dancing, and more. The text counts up from one baby dragon to ten court jesters, and kids will enjoy counting along with each of the characters as they go about their daily work. At the end of the day, all the villagers look out their windows for a special surprise from their dragon neighbors. Readers will pore over illustrations filled with the same unexpected, warm humor of Boni Ashburn and Kelly Murphy's first book, Hush, Little Dragon.

Thursday, March 01, 2012

My Father’s Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett, illustrated by Ruth Chrisman Gannett

From chapters.ca:
The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon and The Dragons of Blueland. Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Max's Dragon by Kate Banks, illustrated by Boris Kulikov

From chapters.ca:
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 when it isn't even raining. But Max believes in possibilities - and when he can show his brothers not only a dragon in the stormy clouds but also a dinosaur, they begin to come round. When Max demonstrates the power of his rhyming words to tame the dinosaur and the dragon and make the rain come, he wins them over completely. With amusing wordplay and beguiling illustrations, Kate Banks and Boris Kulikov celebrate language and imagination in a collaboration that is bound to be oodles of fun for everyone.

Sunday, March 06, 2011

Raising Dragons by Jerdine Nolen, illustrated by Elise Primavera

From chapters.ca:
Jerdine Nolen and Elise Primavera team up for the unforgettable story of a young girl and her best friend...a dragon. After all, dragons just happen to be perfect friend material.

Monday, December 20, 2010

One Drowsy Dragon by Ethan Long

From chapters.ca:
One drowsy dragon is trying to get some sleep, but his ten dragon friends want to have fun instead. Five are playing with their toys, six are making milk shakes, and seven are watching scary shows on TV. Find out what a drowsy dragon has to do in order to catch some Zzzzzzs in this rollicking counting book.

Friday, December 17, 2010

Dragonbreath by Ursula Vernon

From chapters.ca:
It's not easy for Danny Dragonbreath to be the sole mythical creature in a school for reptiles and amphibians - especially because he can't breathe fire like other dragons (as the school bully loves to remind him). But having a unique family comes in handy sometimes, like when his sea- serpent cousin takes Danny and his best iguana friend on a mindboggling underwater tour, complete with vomiting sea cucumbers and giant squid. It sure beats reading the encyclopedia to research his ocean report...

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Hush, Little Dragon by Boni Ashburn, illustrated by Kelly Murphy

From chapters.ca:
Adorable dragons search for a bedtime snack in this heartfelt and funny debut picture book set to the tune of Hush, Little Baby.
Baby and Mama dragon are almost ready to settle in for the night. But Baby can't sleep until he gets a treat, so together they search for one in a beautifully detailed village. But there are so many options to choose from! Will they devour the town's magician? Eat the three musketeers? Gobble up the princess? Or maybe dine on the mean old queen? Exhausted from their clever culinary adventure, Mama and Baby dragon settle down to a good night's sleep in this warm, funny tale.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Granny's Dragon by Lisa McCourt, illustrated by Cyd Moore

From chapters.ca:
Granny knows a thing or two about scary monsters: how to keep one busy (with pajamas and teeth brushing), and what to feed one (delicious monster stew). But what happens when Granny can't be there? What happens if the monster goes invisible? Not to worry, Granny's got a plan for that, too - a very big plan. Monsters are no match for Granny's dragon! From popular author Lisa McCourt and whimsical illustrator Cyd Moore comes this sweet story about the power of the imagination to comfort and soothe bedtime worries.

Sunday, November 14, 2010

The Fire Within by Chris D'Lacey

From chapters.ca:
When David moves in with Liz and her eleven year old daughter, Lucy, he discovers a collection of clay dragons that come to life. David's own special dragon inspires him to write a story, which reveals the secrets behind a mystery. In order to solve the mystery and save his dragon, David must master the magic of the fire within, not only with his hands but also with his heart.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Cinton Gregory's Secret by Bruch Whatley

From chapters.ca:
Clinton Gregory has a secret. Actually, Clinton Gregory has at least seven secrets, one for each night of the week. Monday, he wrestled a dragon named Gordon; Wednesday, he was invited to dinner with giants; and Sunday, he made paper hats for a ship full of pirates and then rocketed to the moon and back! But the secrets don't stop there...For the daydreamer in every child, this adventurous fantasy is filled with lush details to discover in each illustration. Children will pore over the large double page spreads during storytime readings and nod off to sleep at bedtime after following Clinton Gregory''s very busy, outrageously whimsical agenda.

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Tall Tales by Jeff Smith and Tom Sniegoski

From chapters.ca:
Long before the Bone cousins were ever lost in the uncharted desert on the outskirts of the Valley, Big Johnson Bone, the discoverer of Rolling Bone River, founded Boneville. But little is known of the mighty explorer's adventures before he started his famous trading post. So when Smiley Bone sits down with a group of young scouts to retell the legendary stories of Boneville's origin and its tough, no- nonsense founder, what they hear are tall tales in typical bone fashion - wild antics, complete with rat creatures, dragons, and a snarky little monkey!

Sunday, September 19, 2010

No Dragons for Tea: Fire Safety for Kids (and Dragons) by Jean E Pendziwol, illustrated by Martine Gourbault

From chapters.ca:
Learning about fire safety is one of the most important things you can teach your child. In No Dragons for Tea, when a little girl invites a friendly dragon over for tea, he accidentally sets fire to the table. The little girl doesn't panic, however, because she knows what to do when the smoke alarm sounds. Children will learn plenty of safety tips while reading this funny story.

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Endymion Spring by Matthew Skelton

From chapters.ca:
Blake is visiting Oxford with his academic mother and his kid sister. While their mum immerses herself in olde worlde volumes, Blake feels trapped in the dusty air of the college library. Until one day, Blake is running his finger along the shelf and feels something pierce his finger, drawing blood - like a bite. The book responsible is a battered old volume, with a strange clasp like a serpent's head - with real fangs. Printed on its front are two words: Endymion Spring. Its paper is almost luminous - blank, wordless, but with a texture that seems to shine, and fine veins running through it. The paper quivers, as if it's alive. And as Blake looks, words begin to appear on the page - words meant only for him; words no one else can see. The book has been waiting five- hundred years for the right boy; now it must fulfill its destiny...
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