When a Dragon Moves in
When a Dragon Moves in
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When a Dragon Moves in

Written by Jodi Moore & illustrated by Howard McWilliam
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5 - 7
Reading age
32
Page count
610L
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May 1, 2011
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On a beautiful day at the beach, a young boy brings his bucket, shovel, and imagination, and builds a perfect sand castle. Right away, a dragon moves in. The boy decides to befriend his dragon and they spend time roaming the shore, flying a kite, braving the waves, defying bullies, and roasting marshmallows–all while Dad is busy sunbathing and Mom is engrossed in her book. Unfortunately, no one believes the boy when he tries to share the news of this magnificent creature. That’s when the mischief begins, and the dragon becomes a force to be reckoned with. While adults will recognize the naughty antics as a ploy for attention, children will dissolve into giggles as the dragon devours every last sandwich, blows bubbles in the lemonade, and leaves claw prints in the brownies. Maybe the dragon really is running amok on the beach, or maybe it’s a little boy’s imagination that is running wild.

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Book Details

ISBN
9780979974670
Publication Date
May 1, 2011
Publisher
Flashlight Press
Page Count
32
Audience
Picture
Reading Age
5 - 7 years
Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
2010936493
Lexile® Level
610L
Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
~O
Est. ATOS® Book Level
~4

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