You Don't Want a Dragon! cover

You Don't Want a Dragon!

Author: Dyckman, Ame

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 1.6
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 270
Points per Word 0.001852
Page Count 40
Points per Page 0.0125

Description

In this humorous picture book, a young boy wishes for a pet dragon, and his wish is granted despite the narrator's warnings. The boy is initially excited to have his own dragon, but soon discovers that dragons make terrible pets when they cause chaos with fire and destruction. The book, a follow-up to "You Don't Want a Unicorn!" features slapstick humor and is designed for early readers at a 1.6 reading level.

Quick Summary

A boy gets his very own dragon and quickly learns that having a fire-breathing roommate comes with some unexpected problems. Kids will giggle at the messy chaos, the hilariously bad timing of sneezes, and the sweet moment when the dragon proves that sometimes the best friends are the ones who are a little too big for your bedroom. If your kid likes "The Bad Seed" or books about mischievous pets that cause mayhem, they'll devour this relatable tale of a dream pet gone hilariously wrong. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who are ready for short, funny stories with lots of heart and a few laughs.