A beautiful story that encourages laughter and imagination
Title:
When a Dragon Moves In
Author:
Jodi Moore
Illustrator:
Howard McWilliam (howardmcwilliam.com)
Favorite Quote:
"That wasn't me," you'll answer. " That was the dragon."
And you'll hear a heh-heh-heh from deep inside the sandcastle.
Summary:
If you build the perfect sandcastle, a dragon will move in. That's just what happens to a lucky little boy in this fun and imaginative story: When a Dragon Moves In
Join him as he enjoys a day at the beach with his new friend, the dragon, aka his personal marshmallow roaster and sandcastle protector. Help him as he tries to convince his parents that this dragon is real, and it is actually the dragon, who ate the brownies. As you read you have to decide for yourself: Is there really a dragon living in his sandcastle, or is it all just his imagination?
Recommendation:
I love this book as it teaches kids the power of imagination and the joy of childhood play, as well as the importance of believing in yourself and the magic of the world around you. I recommend this book for kids of all ages.
Favorite Illustrations:
The illustrations by Howard McWilliam are some of my favorite. They are bright, lively, hilarious, and serve the story very well. Here are a few of my favorites:
Video Read-Aloud:
Awards:
Library of VA’s Whitney & Scott Cardozo Award for Children’s Literature
Charter Oak Children’s Book Award Winner, Connecticut, 2012-13
Indie Next Kids’ Pick, Summer 2011
ABC Best of Books Catalog pick, 2011
Georgia Children’s Book Award, 2012-13
Mississippi Magnolia Children’s Choice Award list, 2012-13
Kansas Bill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award list, 2013-14
Nebraska Golden Sower Award list, 2013-14
Wyoming READS selection, 2014
NSW Premier Reading Challenge Book in Australia
Scholastic Book Club Selection
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