Cover of My Father's Dragon

My Father's Dragon

by Ruth Stiles Gannett

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Elmer Elevator embarks on a daring adventure to Wild Island to save a baby dragon who needs a friend. Along the way, he uses clever tricks and bravery to overcome challenges and help his new scaly companion. This charming tale invites young readers to explore courage and kindness in a magical world.

Representation & Themes

AdventureFriendshipFantasy World-BuildingCourage

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780394890487
Pages
87
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
1948
Type
Fiction
Word Count
7,682

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

FictionDragonsAnimalsJuvenile fictionChildren's storiesIslandsSlaveryCatsRescuesAccelerated Reader6.9.Newbery HonorChildren's fictionDragons, fictionAdventure and adventurers, fictionAnimals, fictionFantasy fictionFantasyJuvenile literatureRestitution conflict resolutionBabysitters, fictionMystery and detective storiesAfrican americans, fiction