Everybody knows your typical dragon breathes fire. But when Crispin tries to breathe fire on his seventh birthday, fire doesn't come out—only whipped cream! Each time Crispin tries to breathe fire, he ends up with Band-Aids marshmallows teddy bears? Crispin wonders if he’ll ever find his inner fire. But when a family emergency breaks out, it takes a little dragon with not-so-typical abilities to save the day. With wry humor and whimsical illustrations, Not Your Typical Dragon is the perfect story for any child who can't help feeling a little bit different.
Bruce is a baby dragon who only wants to be like his brave, fire-breathing, warrior father. However, Bruce soon discovers that he breathes bubbles instead of fire; what will he do now? Juliet wants to be the best butterfly catcher in the land, but she too struggles to achieve her dream. But when the two unlikely friends accidentally meet, their mutual desires, skills, and teamwork will help them realize their full potential and learn to accept themselves. Bruce and Juliet: The Unlikely Friendship of a Bubble Breathing Dragon and a Daydreaming Kitten is a lighthearted children's tale that teaches readers that it's OK to be exactly who you are. A sweet and educational children's story, the book urges kids everywhere to face their fears and accept who they are so that their paths can be shown to them. An adorably written story with an endearing message, this fantastic children's book will capture readers' hearts from the very beginning. A perfect read for young children everywhere, Bruce and Juliet cements itself as an instant children's favorite. Featuring vivid illustrations and a charming tale of acceptance, this wonderful book will grab young readers' attention and never let go. Teaching the valuable lesson that it's best to be true to yourself, this tale will earn a position in every child's collection.
When a lonely dragon follows a trail of princess tears, a beautiful friendship is born. They march and sing, roar and whisper, hide and seek, then settle into snug companionship at bedtime. Full color.
Author, playwright, and poet, Trisha Sugarek has been writing for four decades. Until recently her writing had focused on stage plays (Publisher: Samuel French, Inc.) that ranged from prison stories to children's fables. She has expanded her body of work to include two books of poetry, a group of children's books and her debut novel, "Women Outside the Walls". Newly released, a series "ShortN'Small" short plays, small casts which are used in classrooms in this country and internationally. She has enjoyed a thirty year career in theatre as an actor and director. Originally from Seattle, she has worked in theatres from coast to coast and her plays have been produced across the country and abroad. Trisha lives in Savannah, Georgia with her three golden retrievers. Trisha's plays and books can be found on her web site at: www.writeratplay.com
Dragons of Tellusara is about a world where dragons are the main characters. The Skylight Dance is a special celebration for twelve-year-old dragons. Elianora and her friends are excited to participate in this celebration. A new dragon moves to their island who may not be able to be part of the celebration. Elianora tries to find a way to include the newcomer in the Skylight Dance, but the other dragons aren't so sure they're willing to change things for one dragon.
Jonathan's life is very much like that of his friends and class-mates, until his family breaks up and he has to deal with problems far too big for him. He needs help, and it comes in the form of a dragon with magic powers, who is able to make himself invisible and to change his form. This is a story is for grown- ups too, particularly valuable during or after a crisis such as divorce or a death in the family. It increases the adult reader's understanding, so that it becomes easier to cope with traumatic situations. This book also deals very sensitively with questions of dying and death. As Jonathan begins to see death as a transformation, he understands the dragon's words about the soul and the spirit more easily – after all, he knows much about transformations already.
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Friends in Strange Places is about Saleech, who explores the mountains and meets a dragon. Although she’s afraid, he’s unlike other dragons—he is friendly and is an amazing host. While there, they are attacked by bats, and the dragon is badly hurt. The dragon returns Saleech home and goes to find his best friend, Zack. Saleech decides to go on an adventure to ensure Snugsnort is okay. She meets a lot of unexpected obstacles while meeting some interesting characters, who assist her with her trials and offer invaluable help, as well. Saleech realizes that stepping outside her comfort zone means learning a lot about herself and allowing herself to grow as an individual.
Larry had really bad dreams after he had come to Maryland. They were always about an old man who takes him somewhere away. The old man… Larry don’t recognize his face properly, nightmares are like that. Always meant to be forgotten. But one day something strange happens which Larry had never anticipated. Larry is now fifteen years old and he see the old man standing in their school garden.
