The Ultimate Guide to Growing Dragons
#6 of 6 in The Boy Who Grew Dragons Series
What’s inside...
An enchanting companion title to Andy Shepherd and Sara Ogilvie's bestselling THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS series. Tomas, the boy who grew dragons, is officially the Grand High Dragon Master. He's lived with his dragons - Flicker and Zing - and grown dozens more. He's an expert at caring for the dragonfruit tree and knows all the tricks for training dragons, nurturing dragonfruit seedlings, and defusing dragon poo. Tomas has a brilliant idea to compile all their dragon expertise into one easy-to-read guide, with the help of his friends Ted, Kat, Kai, Liam, and Aura, who are scattered around the world. As they collaborate, they realize they still have much to learn about dragons.
Discussion points
If you could grow your own dragon, what unique traits would it have and why?
How do you think the main character feels when they first discover a dragon? Can you relate to their emotions?
What lessons about responsibility and care do you think we can learn from this story?
How would you handle the challenges faced by the characters in the book?
What other magical creatures would you like to read about?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own magical creature by drawing it or describing it in detail, linking it back to the traits of the dragons in the book.
Discuss real-life responsibilities, such as pet care, and compare them with caring for a dragon, as portrayed in the book.
Ask your child how they feel about the characters' decisions and actions throughout the story, promoting emotional intelligence and empathy.
Together, predict what might happen in a sequel or what adventures the characters might embark on next.
Create a fun activity where you both invent a new chapter or a side story based on the book's world, enhancing creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'The Ultimate Guide to Growing Dragons,' children learn about responsibility through the character's duty to care for the dragons they grow.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking responsibility for their own pets or chores around the house, understanding the importance of caring for others and managing tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The book encourages creativity as characters design unique environments and solutions to nurture their dragons.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to use their imagination in play and problem-solving, fostering innovative thinking from a young age.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Growing dragons takes time in the story, teaching children the value of patience as they wait for their dragons to grow and learn new things.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the benefits of waiting patiently for outcomes in their studies, hobbies, or relationships.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: The book illustrates the consequences of the characters' decisions while growing dragons, highlighting the importance of thoughtful decision-making.
Real-World Application: Children learn to consider the potential outcomes of their actions and make more informed choices in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Compassion
Explanation: Characters in the book show compassion towards the dragons and each other, teaching readers about empathy and kindness.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be more empathetic and supportive towards their peers and family members, fostering a nurturing community environment.