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

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

by Akira Toriyama

Book Details

Publisher:VIZ Media - Children's
Published:2009-08-04
Pages:68
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1421529467

Reading Info

Age Range:7-10

About This Book

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 clouds to wish-granting dragons, Goku's new life is filled with more wonder and adventure than he ever could have imagined! Dragon Balls in Danger! There's something fishy--or piggy, perhaps?--about t

Our Review

This action-packed manga adaptation brings the beloved Dragon Ball universe to young readers through the adventures of Goku, a boy with extraordinary strength exploring beyond his forest home for the first time. The story introduces children to magical elements like flying clouds and wish-granting dragons while following Goku's training journey, creating an accessible entry point into fantasy adventure storytelling with vibrant illustrations that support reading comprehension.

The series stands out for its balance of lighthearted humor and genuine character development, particularly through Goku's innocent perspective on the wider world. Children who enjoy friendship stories with action sequences will appreciate the dynamic between Goku and his growing circle of companions, while the manageable chapter lengths and visual storytelling make this ideal for readers transitioning to more complex narratives. The combination of martial arts training themes and magical quest elements creates an engaging reading experience that encourages perseverance and curiosity.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction