How Droofus the Dragon Lost His Head
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1983

How Droofus the Dragon Lost His Head

Written by Bill Peet

A dragon with a bounty finds an unexpected ally in a young boy.

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48 pages· AD910L
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Bookroo's summary

Droofus, a gentle dragon with a bounty on his head, forms an unlikely friendship with a young boy who refuses to betray him to the king. As they navigate a world where dragons are feared, their bond challenges perceptions and offers a surprising solution to keep Droofus safe. Will their friendship be enough to overcome the king's demands and societal expectations? Discover a tale of courage, friendship, and the power of understanding in a world where differences are often feared.

From the publisher

Droofus the kindly dragon has a price on his head, but the small boy who befriends him refuses to sell him to the king. “Children will enjoy this amusing combination of fantasy and realism, and especially the cheerful illustrations of a likeable dragon.” – School Library Journal

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD910L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.59
F&P level
~V
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
19570
Publication
Published
March 23, 1983
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780395340660
LCCN
75135136
OCLC
133284

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