About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child’s fantastical stories are being dismissed, or when they want to celebrate a powerful imagination. In this classic tale, a little boy tells his mother there is a lion in the meadow. She doesn't believe him and, in a moment of playful disbelief, gives him a matchbox with a 'tame dragon' to scare the lion away. The story takes a magical turn when both the lion and the dragon turn out to be real, becoming friends instead of foes. For ages 4-8, it gently explores the importance of being believed and validates a child’s rich inner world, making it a perfect tool for opening conversations about truth, stories, and the magic of imagination.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The central theme is the parent-child dynamic around imagination and belief. The book metaphorically addresses a child's feeling of being dismissed by an adult. The approach is gentle and secular. The resolution is hopeful and child-centric, as the child's reality is validated for himself and the reader, even if the parent isn't let in on the secret.
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