About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to navigate the complexities of empathy and feels a strong urge to help a friend in distress. It is an ideal choice for the newly independent reader who needs a boost in confidence through high-interest fantasy while learning about the value of collective problem solving. The story follows Drake and his fellow Dragon Masters as they realize that even powerful dragons can fall ill and that sometimes the solution requires looking far beyond one's own backyard. Through the lens of a magical quest, the book models how to handle worry and the importance of persistence when the first attempt to fix a problem fails. It is perfectly calibrated for ages 6 to 9, offering a fast-paced plot that emphasizes that no one has to carry a heavy burden alone. Parents will appreciate how it transitions children from simple picture books to more complex emotional narratives, focusing on loyalty and the discovery of one's unique strengths in service of others.
