Dragon Books for 6–8 Year Olds

20 dragon books for 6–8 year olds, picked from the 47 dragon books in our review library. Dragons scale from cozy to epic — the same creature works at storytime and in a first fantasy series. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.

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Cadmus the Dragon-Slayer

Claudia Martin

Cadmus is on a quest to find his missing sister, Europa. But he doesn't feel like a hero. He's not brave or smart-and he's had to bring his mother on the journey, too! How will Cadmus cope when he has to face a terrifying, man-eating dragon? ABOUT THE SERIES: Greek Myths and Legends Retold for Child

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Celebrate Our Differences A Dragon’s Story About Different Abilities

Steve Herman

A Story About Different Abilities, Special Needs, and Inclusion (My Dragon Books - Volume 50) Having a pet dragon is very fun! He can sit, roll over, and play... He can candle a birthday cake, lit a campfire, or so many other cool things... But what if your dragon is diagnosed with ADHD? What if he'

Cover of Original Dragon Puppet Coloring & Craft Book Volume 2 Dragon Crafts

Original Dragon Puppet Coloring & Craft Book Volume 2 Dragon Crafts

Venture into a world of fantasy, adventure, danger and excitement as you color your way through medieval lands full of dragons and other ancient monsters! Fly back in time to a place of knights, maidens, goblins and unicorns, but be wary and vigilant, for you never know what might be lurking around

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Selena the Sunflower (Dragon Girls #19)

Maddy Mara

We are Dragon Girls -- hear us roar! Selena and her friends Charlotte and Layla are shocked to discover they are all Flower Dragons. They have been called to the Magic Forest because each girl has special talents this unusual place needs to survive. Selena is a Sunflower Dragon-she has traded her hu

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Blast of the Dragons Fury A Fun Dragon Epic Fantasy Book with Dragons

L. R. W. Lee

"I LOVED the dragons! Totally hooked and want to hear more!"-- M. Tate, Book ReviewerTen-year-old Andy Smithson believes he is merely a kid too often in trouble with his overambitious parents--until his destiny as the Chosen One to break a 500-year-old curse is revealed. Swept away to the land of Oo

Cover of Dragon Myths and Legends Tales of Adventure from Around the World

Dragon Myths and Legends Tales of Adventure from Around the World

Samantha Newman

Are you brave enough to enter the dragon lair? You'll discover a world of myth, magic, and mystery in this collection of extraordinary tales from around the world. Stories of these majestic creatures - whether wise and noble or cruel and terrible - have fascinated people for centuries, and can be fo

Cover of Jasmines So Fussy! (Dragon School) by Judith Heneghan

Jasmines So Fussy! (Dragon School) by Judith Heneghan

Judith Heneghan

Having an open mind to trying to new things is part of having good manners. This basic piece of guidance is shared with readers in an engaging way through the story of Jasmine, a very fussy dragon. The colorful illustrations keep readers entertained, while the accessible text and helpful glossary al

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Dragons Future (Dragon Courage Book 1)

Kandi J Wyatt

Every child of Woolpren dreams of becoming one, but only a few are chosen. Now, ten-year- old twin brother and sister, Ruskya and Duskya, have been selected to join an elite group of riders: dragon riders. Full of awe and excitement, the twins leave their mother, and their home, to train for their n

Cover of The Candlestick Dragon Childrens Fantasy Series

The Candlestick Dragon Childrens Fantasy Series

Melanie Ifield

Twelve year old Daniel Smith believes he is an ordinary boy, living in a little town where nothing exciting happens. That is, until he finds Nilofar the talking dragon; meets a wizard; and discovers a world full of swords and sorcery. Welcome to an exciting new fantasy series with action, adventure

Cover of Feliz Pascua, Querido Dragón / Happy Easter, Dear Dragon

Feliz Pascua, Querido Dragón / Happy Easter, Dear Dragon

Margaret Hillert

An easy story, in English and Spanish, about a boy and his pet dragon that enjoy spring activities and prepare for an Easter celebration. Beginning-to-Read™ books foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying stories a

Cover of Revenants Return (The Dragons Apprentice Book 2) by James Riley

Revenants Return (The Dragons Apprentice Book 2) by James Riley

James Riley

The fate of magic rests in the hands (and claws) of a cranky dragon, a feisty apprentice...and a prince who may not be all he seems? Get ready for the sequel to the New York Times bestselling hilarious fantasy adventure in the new series from the author of the Story Thieves. You were warned to stay

Cover of Vortex of the Chaos Dragon A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #30)

Vortex of the Chaos Dragon A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #30)

Tracey West

Drake and Worm face off against the evil wizard Maldred with the help of the mysterious Chaos Dragon in the latest action-packed installment of this New York Times bestselling series perfect for newly independent readers! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter

Cover of The Cicadas Song (The Little Dragons Stories Book 15) by The Panda

The Cicadas Song (The Little Dragons Stories Book 15) by The Panda

The Panda

"The Adventures of Little Panda and Big Dragon" is a heartwarming storybook that follows the journey of two unlikely friends, Little Panda and Big Dragon, as they explore a magical world filled with wonder and excitement. Little Panda, a curious and adventurous cub, is always eager to discover new t

Cover of Gus the Mushroom Dragon An Acorn Book (Dragon Hill #2)

Gus the Mushroom Dragon An Acorn Book (Dragon Hill #2)

Tracey West

Gus the Mushroom Dragon uses his ability to connect with plants to rescue a new dragon friend and save a patch of flowers.

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Books for Kids / Children A Dragon Named Dragon

Rachel Yu

Michael Yu favorite book!Read it FREE as part of your PRIME or Kindle Unlimited membership Drake just wants to play with all the other kids, but he has a bit of a problem: Drake is a dragon. How can he show them that he'd be a good friend? Or maybe he's just too scared to try. Poor Drake. Find out w

Cover of Welsh Legends for Kids Dragons, Heroes, Prophecies, Myths, Magic

Welsh Legends for Kids Dragons, Heroes, Prophecies, Myths, Magic

Avoids Overly Complex Language

Get ready to hop on a mythical time machine and journey to ancient Wales - where dragons roar, heroes rise, and magic weaves through every tale!

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Dragon and The Bully Teach Your Dragon How To Deal With The Bully.

Steve Herman

Teach Your Dragon How To Deal With The Bully

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The Thirsty Dragon Christian Kids’ books about Obedience & Peer Pressure

K L Piazza

Don't let your dragon hang out with the wrong dinosaurs. With creative bold artwork and melodic rhyming text, the author and illustrator of GOD MADE DIRT tells a tale of peer pressure and obedience full of humor, humility, and love. Every child is bound to feel peer pressure at some point-at home, s

Cover of Dragon Ball Chapter Book, Vol. 2 Dragon Balls in Danger!

Dragon Ball Chapter Book, Vol. 2 Dragon Balls in Danger!

Akira Toriyama

Based on the much-beloved Dragon Ball manga, this series will introduce a whole new audience to the fantastic adventures of Goku and his friends. For the first time ever, young Goku is exploring the world beyond his quiet forest home, training all the while to be as strong as he can be. From flying

Cover of Dragon Towers The Ghostly Surprise The new funny, highly illustrated

Dragon Towers The Ghostly Surprise The new funny, highly illustrated

Pip Bird

This magical counting book offers young children an engaging introduction to early math concepts through a whimsical ghost-hunting adventure. Kids will delight in helping the friendly protagonist cou...