I Need You, Dear Dragon

Dear Dragon

by Margaret Hillert

Dear dragon feels somewhat rejected when his master's new baby sister comes home from the hospital, but love and reassurance put things right.

Genres: Childrens

32 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 1950

About the author

Margaret Hillert has written over 80 books for children who are just learning to read. Her books have been translated into many languages and have helped children throughout the world learn to read. She first started writing poetry as a child and has continued to write for children and adults throughout her life. As a first grade teacher, Margaret realized that the books available for students just learning to read were beyond their comprehension. She then began to write her easy readers and poetry for children. Her first collection of poetry Farther Than Far was published in 1969. Her many awards include the Chicago Children's Reading Round Table Annual Award for outstanding contributions to the field of children's literature. Other honors include the David W. Longe Prize and the Michigan Bookwoman of the Year Award. A teacher for 34 years, she is now retired and lives in Michigan where she continues to write stories and poetry.

Reviews

[Suzanne Lorraine Kunz Williams]

If you love Dick and Jane books you will enjoy this book as well. Obviously it's a little more whimsical than Dick and Jane books. It's a great book for beginning readers, because it has such simple words and repeats of often.

** Talking Points: If you could have a make-believe pet what would you choose? For that matter, if you could have any real pet, which would you choose? What pets do you have now?

** Essential Oil Pairing Tip: I'd diffuse Tangerine essential oil because it is an oil that can bring us back to the whimsy of childhood.

[Shiloah]

My precious Lamby (7) read this aloud to us tonight. Very sweet book.

[Carla]

The Dear Dragon series is made up of several books that are easy readers. They use site vocabulary that is printed in the back of the book. It reminds me of the books I learned to read with. This is a reissue of the earlier book with updated illustrations.

This particular book in the series deals a new baby being brought home. Dragon is jealous that the baby is getting so much attention. When he is shown that he can do things for the baby he is happy. He is also assured that he and the boy will still play and have fun together. Simple repetitive words will help the beginning reader to develop confidence and if there is a new baby in the house, it is a story they will be able to identify with.

These Beginning-to-Read books capture the imaginations of beginning readers and help them on their way to independent reading. At the back of the book they list the vocabulary as well as tips for helping your child develop reading fluency. These books could also be read aloud to young children who are not able to read yet. A great addition to a family library or a primary classroom.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Paula]

This title of the Dear Dragon series finds Dear Dragon feeling left out with the arrival of a new baby. When he finds ways to help out, his self-confidence is restored. Young readers can identify with this scenario. The simple sentences and repetition are designed for beginning readers. Plots are thin in these books but relatable. The format and bright cartoon illustrations will appeal to the intended audience. The appended reading reinforcement activities that are a mainstay of this series serve to help parents, teachers or caregivers enrich the reading experience. The titles are well-suited to beginning reading practice.