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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989 · Est. 11 min read-aloud
The Popcorn Dragon
Written by Jane Thayer · Illustrated by Lisa McCue
A dragon's smoke tricks cost him friends. Can he win them back?
3.6/5 Goodreads · 316 ratings
32 pages· 1,303 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Dexter, a young dragon, discovers he can blow smoke and becomes insufferable, alienating his friends. Alone and regretful, he stumbles upon a way to use his talent to mend friendships. Will Dexter's newfound humility and creativity help him regain his playmates' trust? Discover how a little dragon learns the true value of friendship and the joy of sharing his unique gift.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,303
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 550L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.3
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 146977
Publication
- Published
- August 22, 1989
- First published
- January 1, 1989
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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