About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the weight of a new responsibility or struggling with a 'pet' or project that isn't going according to plan. Oliver Moon's experience with a clumsy dragon provides a perfect mirror for children learning that mistakes are part of the process and that persistence pays off even when things get messy. In this magical adventure, young wizard Oliver must train a dragon for a community festival, only to find that his new companion is more of a disaster than a helper. The story explores themes of accountability and patience through a humorous, low-stakes lens. It is an ideal bridge for early readers moving into longer chapter books, offering a supportive narrative about managing expectations and solving problems with kindness.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. It avoids heavy topics, focusing instead on the relatable stress of a school-aged child trying to perform a public duty.
