Old MacDonald Had a Dragon

Written by Ken Baker · Illustrated by Christopher Santoro

A dragon on Old MacDonald's farm threatens chaos. Can he save his animals in time?

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32 pages· 675 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Old MacDonald’s farm faces chaos when a dragon arrives, causing panic among the animals. Initially charmed, MacDonald soon realizes the dragon's appetite is a threat. As the dragon starts swallowing the animals, the farmer must act quickly to save his beloved farm. Will he find a way to restore peace before it's too late? This whimsical twist on a classic tale promises laughter and suspense as Old MacDonald confronts his fiery new resident.

From the publisher

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? Find out in this silly adaptation of the popular song. Christopher Santoro’s brilliant artwork combines with Ken Baker’s fun text for a story sure to tickle kids’ funny bones.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 675
Reading age: 3–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 670L

Themes & topics

Books about dragons Books about farms Books about animals Books about farm animals Books about animal sounds

What readers & critics say

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“This tale of Old MacDonald and his new dragon stirring up trouble will be a fun twist on a classic tale for the little ones. The farmer and the dragon decide they don't need the other farm animals who want the dragon to leave, but the farm takes a turn for the worse when even the farmer gets eaten up by the dragon! This isn't a must read for me, but fun to read a few times when kids know the tune.”

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