Saint George and the Dragon

By Margaret Hodges, Trina Schart Hyman (Illustrator)

A knight battles a fearsome dragon to restore peace to the land.

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32 pages· 2,517 words· Est. 20 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In a land plagued by a fearsome dragon, the Red Cross Knight, George, embarks on a perilous quest to slay the beast and bring peace to the countryside. As he faces the dragon's fiery wrath, will his bravery and perseverance be enough to save the land from terror? This beautifully illustrated tale of courage and triumph invites readers into a world where legends come alive and heroes are born. Discover the epic adventure that has captivated generations, as George's battle against the dragon unfolds in a mesmerizing blend of art and storytelling.

From the publisher

This special new paperback edition of St. George and the Dragon commemorates the 25th Anniversary of the Caldecott Award-winning picture book. Hodges retells an exciting segment from Spenser’s The Faerie Queene, in which the Red Cross Knight slays a dreadful dragon that has been terrorizing the countryside for years, bringing peace and joy back to the land. Featuring a fresh new cover design - with artwork that highlights the dragon adventure within - and distinctive embossed gold Caldecott Award sticker, this is the perfect way to introduce the classic tale to a whole new generation of readers.

Awards

Caldecott Medal (1985)

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 2,517
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD1080L

Themes & topics

Books about dragons Books about knights

What readers & critics say

Reviews

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“This book is Caldecott-winning for a reason—the illustrations are absolutely gorgeous, with beautifully detailed spreads and surrounding framing. The text of this legend retold is definitely on the long side, but so beautifully written that kiddos will be getting a taste of true literature while also becoming familiar with a classic tale.”

Marmee

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