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The Truth About Dragons

The Truth About Dragons

Published in
2023
4.39
on Goodreads (703)

Description

An unforgettable lyrical picture book that celebrates biracial identity from the award-winning author of Paper The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist. Lean in close, my darling bao bei, and I will whisper a most precious secret about a powerful magic that lives inside you. Brought to life with lavish and ornate illustrations, The Truth About Dragons follows a young child on a journey guided by his mother's bedtime storytelling. He quests into two very different forests, as his two grandmothers help him discover two different, but equally enchanting, truths about dragons. Eastern and Western mythologies coexist and enrich each other in this warm celebration of mixed cultural identity.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
proficient
Length
40 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Encourages empathy and understanding of others.
  • Inspires courage and facing one's fears.
  • Celebrates the power of imagination and storytelling.
  • Highlights the importance of friendship and acceptance.