The Littlest Dragon Gets the Giggles

Description

The second book about the Littlest Dragon who has the biggest and best ideas. Familiar family stories for beginner readers. Two more stories about the Littlest Dragon who is the tenth child in the Dragon family. With nine older brothers, No 10 has to be ever more resourceful to get what he wants. In the first story, he is determined to get to the breakfast table before his brothers, so he can get the freebie gift from the cereal box. After three attempts, he manages it, with the help of a feather duster and 9 pairs of tickly toes. In the second story, the Littlest Dragon is left at home while his older brothers go to the big dragons' swimming pool. In his resourceful way, the Littlest Dragon wins the day when the only pool open that day, is the one for younger dragons. With plenty of repetition and alliteration, this book is perfect for children who are just able to read on their own. Hugely popular with Year 2s throughout the UK.

Margaret Ryan has written numerous titles for younger readers including several Jets, several Rockets for A and C Black and The Littlest Dragon series for Collins. Margaret is a tireless visitor to schools, particularly in Scotland where she is well known. Her lively workships with children in schools are legendary!

Of The Littlest Dragon 'The wisdom and realism of the theme is balanced brilliantly by sheer fun! lots of word and syntax repetition and rhythm, with the abundance of pictures, ensure success with beginner readers. Competent six-year-olds loved it.' Books for Keeps