When You Go to Dragon School
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2025 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

When You Go to Dragon School

By Chelsea M. Campbell, Charlene Chua (Illustrator)

Join dragon school where courage and unique talents help you fit in with toothy classmates.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 286 ratings
32 pages· 436 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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When the human school is full, a spot opens at dragon school. Despite lacking scales or wings, your courage and unique talents might just help you fit in. But can you handle the fiery, toothy classmates? Discover a whimsical world where diversity and differences are celebrated, and every day is an adventure. Will you find your place among the dragons?

From the publisher

Gear up for back-to-school season with this hilarious picture book that’s sure to become a favorite storytime read-aloud in every little reader’s library–human or dragon. Perfect for fans of Dragons Love Tacos and We Don’t Eat Our Classmates! The human school is full, but don’t worry, there’s a spot waiting for you at the local dragon school! Even though you might not have scales or wings or the ability to breathe fire, with a little bit of courage and your own special talents, you’ll have no trouble fitting in. Even if your classmates are a little bit… toothy. Praise for When You Go to Dragon School: ★ “This tale is told directly to readers in a second-person voice that is engaging and funny, easily finding a place among strong read-alouds and back-to-school books. … A must-purchase. This one will leave kids wanting more.” –School Library Journal, starred review”A wonderful, humorous celebration of diversity and sharing our differences.” –Booklist “Bright and humorous, this quick read-aloud makes for a fun discussion starter for little ones enrolling at new schools of their own. … Warm and whimsical … Fluffy fun for youngsters fretting about starting school.” –Kirkus Reviews

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
436
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~479L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
557108
Publication
Published
June 3, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781250293015

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