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Sandy the Flipper Dragon

by H. M. Porteous

Book Details

Publisher:Dorrance Publishing
Published:2009-11
Pages:60
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

This charming picture book introduces Sandy, a young dragon with a unique challenge—his flippers make traditional dragon activities like flying and breathing fire particularly difficult. Through Sand...

Our Review

This charming picture book introduces Sandy, a young dragon with a unique challenge—his flippers make traditional dragon activities like flying and breathing fire particularly difficult. Through Sandy's journey of self-discovery, the narrative explores themes of embracing differences and finding creative solutions when you don't fit the expected mold. The story's gentle humor and relatable premise will resonate with children who've ever felt out of place.

What sets this dragon tale apart is its focus on adaptability rather than conformity, showing how Sandy learns to leverage his distinctive features rather than overcome them. The illustrations likely bring Sandy's aquatic adventures to vivid life, making this particularly appealing for young readers who enjoy unconventional heroes and underwater settings. This heartwarming story delivers its message of self-acceptance with genuine warmth that will linger with readers long after the final page.

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Fiction