About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is fixated on a specific want and needs help learning to embrace surprises or cope with disappointment. It’s a hilarious story about a little boy who desperately wants a puppy for his birthday but receives a dragon instead. While a funny, unseen narrator lists all the disastrous reasons one should never have a dragon (they set your toothbrush on fire, they’re hard to potty train), the illustrations show the boy having the absolute best time with his fiery new friend. This book playfully explores themes of joy, unexpected friendship, and finding happiness in what you have. Its clever humor and sweet message make it a fantastic, lighthearted read for preschoolers and early elementary kids.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The story is a straightforward, humorous fantasy with no sensitive content. The 'dangers' presented by the dragon are entirely comedic and cartoony.
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