Dragon
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When Max refuses to tidy his room, his witchy Aunt becomes angry and flies away on her broomstick, leaving him to care for a dragon's egg. As the egg begins to hatch, Max and his friend Timmy find themselves facing unexpected challenges. This book is particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant, and dyslexic readers aged 8 and older.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
123 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the dragon felt when it was unable to find its treasure?
How would you help the dragon if you were a character in the book?
What do you think the treasure represents in the story?
Can you think of a time when you had to work hard to find something important? How did that make you feel?
What did you learn about friendship and bravery from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
To foster a deeper understanding of the book's themes, focus on exploring emotions and moral lessons with your child. Use expressive reading to emphasize the feelings of the characters. After discussing the questions, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book or act out their favorite part, helping them connect more personally with the story. Reinforce the themes by drawing parallels to real-life situations your child might encounter, fostering empathy and decision-making skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of courage
Explanation: In 'Dragon,' the protagonist faces challenges that require bravery, teaching children that it's okay to be scared but crucial to confront fears.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by facing their fears in new situations, such as trying out for a sports team or speaking in front of their class.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: The story illustrates how forming bonds and working together can overcome obstacles, showcasing the strength found in camaraderie.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to value building friendships and cooperating with peers in school projects or during playground activities.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: As the dragon encounters setbacks, the narrative reinforces bouncing back and continuing to strive towards goals.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to persevere through their own challenges, such as learning a new skill or dealing with academic difficulties.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: The interactions between characters highlight the importance of understanding others' feelings and viewpoints.
Real-World Application: Children can practice empathy by considering their friends’ feelings during disputes or when someone is upset.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The magical elements of the story stimulate the imagination, promoting creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their creativity in play, storytelling, and artistic expressions, fostering a healthy outlet for emotions and thoughts.