I Am a Dragon!
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A grumpy dragon is mistaken for a Very Large Frog by a group of excited frogs in their pond. Despite the dragon's protest that he is not a frog, the frogs continue to insist he is wrong. The story unfolds with humor and chaos as the dragon reaches his limit with the frogs' persistent quibbling. This laugh-out-loud picture book explores themes of misunderstanding, imagination, forgiveness, and friendship, making it a perfect read for fans of Mo Willems and Jon Klassen.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How would you feel if you were a dragon for a day? What would you do?
What do you think are the best qualities of the dragon in the book?
How did the dragon make friends and what can we learn from that?
Can you think of a time you felt misunderstood like the dragon, and how did you handle it?
If you could add another adventure to the dragon's story, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and emotions as they relate to the dragon's experiences, fostering empathy and self-reflection.
Discuss the dragon’s characteristics and actions, asking your child to compare and contrast with real-life situations, enhancing critical thinking.
Creatively ask your child to draw or act out their favorite part of the book, boosting imagination and reinforcing story comprehension.
Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of friendship and understanding, promoting social and emotional development.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: The story follows a character who believes they are a dragon, embracing their unique traits despite not fitting the typical dragon mold.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate their own uniqueness and feel confident in who they are, regardless of how they compare to others.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the book, other characters learn to understand and accept the protagonist's belief and perspective.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to understand and respect differences in others, fostering a sense of empathy and kindness.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The protagonist uses their imagination to embody a dragon, inspiring creative play and thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination in play and problem solving, enhancing their creative abilities in real world scenarios.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite challenges, the protagonist remains steadfast in their identity as a dragon, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of staying true to themselves and persisting in the face of difficulties.