9780802797896

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Walker Childrens

On sale:

October 2008

Price:

$16.99

Format:

Hardcover

Size:

10.75 x 9.625 in

Pages:

32 pp

Ages:

3-6

Grades:

P-1


ISBN-13: 9780802797896

ISBN-10: 080279789X



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The Trouble with Dragons

By Debi Gliori

Book Description

Can the dragons clean up their act in time to save the earth?

The trouble with dragons is . . . they're ruining the planet! They're chopping down trees to make way for their houses, fishing out the oceans, eating and drinking everything in sight. It's only a matter of time before the seas rise and the deserts expand, and once that happens, all the animals pack up and leave-except for the dragons, who are left feeling awfully sorry for themselves. Then one brave voice pipes up with an idea, and it's not long before the dragons are getting plenty of advice on what they can do to stop hurting the earth and restore their home. This gentle story is the perfect way to help promote environmental awareness in the youngest of listeners.
"Gliori's impressive gifts are finely showcased: her flair for detailed, dramatic landscapes, her ability to create characters that are cute but still emotionally authentic, her conversational writing style that scores points without sounding preachy. It all adds up to a work that's both sobering and encouraging. To the rapidly proliferating genre of environmentally conscious kids' books, this is a noteworthy addition. " ―PW

“This effort will be a useful addition to picture-book collections, especially those needing more titles that promote environmental awareness.” –Kirkus Reviews

“If only all “message books” could be as winning as this rhyming ode to environmental responsibility. Teachers and media specialists will find this an ideal book for Earth Day and environmental science lessons.” ―SLJ