(Fantasy)Author: Jessica Day George
Title: Dragon Slippers
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Age level: Elementary (3-4) Upper (5-6)
Summary:
Creel’s family was very poor, and needed some way to make money. Her Aunt decided that she would feed Creel to a dragon in hopes that a noble Prince would try and rescue her, and then they would be married. It turns out that Creel is not a damsel in distress, but in charge of her own fate. She talks her way out of being eaten by the dragon, but now she must save her town from the dragon wars…
Strengths:
This is a great story of empowerment for women. Creel does not ever rely on the men who try and save her, although she accepts help from them when she needs it. Throughout the story she is portrayed as a brave, intelligent girl. She also has the gift of being able to talk to dragons and help them see her way. The story is very entertaining, and keeps you guessing. The language is simple enough for younger elementary (3-4) but the storyline is appropriate all the way to upper elementary. It is a truly entertaining book.
Concerns:
I wish the book had a few pictures to illustrate some of the action. There is so much that happens that I feel there is the potential to have great pictures accompanying some of the scenes.
Classroom use/Other comments:
This would be a great book for free reading time, or for a child to use for a book report. It is entertaining and definitely a great fantasy read.
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