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Dragon's Merry Christmas Paperback – September 1, 2003

by Dav Pilkey (Author, Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 124 ratings
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Award-winning author/illustrator of the Captain Underpants series, Dav Pilkey's gentle blue Dragon (from the hit TV series) will charm beginning readers with his delightful Christmas adventures!

Dragon tries to make Christmas special each year. He picks the perfect tree and buys the perfect presents. But Dragon just can't bring himself to cut down a tree, and as he walks home from his shopping trip, he gives away his gifts to needier creatures. Dragon's sweet antics paired with Dav Pilkey's bright illustrations will warm readers' hearts as they laugh out loud. Dragon's Merry Christmas is truly a Christmas story to be read each year.
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  1. Reading age
    2 - 7 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    410L
  6. Dimensions
    6.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches
  7. Publisher
    Orchard Books
  8. Publication date
    September 1, 2003
  9. ISBN-10
    9780439548489
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0439548489
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"Considered one of the most popular contemporary authors for readers in elementary school, (Dav Pilkey) is also regarded as a talented artist and inventive humorist as well as a subtle moralist. ...He underscores his works--even at their most outrageous--with a philosophy that emphasizes friendship, tolerance, and generosity and celebrates the triumph of the good-hearted."
-The Educational Book & Media Association

Dav Pilkey is the Caldecott Honor Award-winning creator of more than 40 books for children.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0439548489
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orchard Books; Reprint edition (September 1, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780439548489
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0439548489
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 7 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 410L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.88 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 124 ratings

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Dav Pilkey

Dav Pilkey

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When Dav Pilkey was a kid, he was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hallway every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories. He spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books - the very first adventures of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.

In college, Dav met a teacher who encouraged him to illustrate and write. He won a national competition in 1986 and the prize was the publication of his first book, World War Won. He made many other books before being awarded the 1998 California Young Reader Medal for Dog Breath, which was published in 1994, and in 1997 he won the Caldecott Honor for The Paperboy.

The Adventures of Super Diaper Baby, published in 2002, was the first complete graphic novel spin-off from the Captain Underpants series and appeared at #6 on the USA Today bestseller list for all books, both adult and children's, and was also a New York Times bestseller. It was followed by Super Diaper Baby 2: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers, also a USA Today bestseller. The unconventional style of these graphic novels is intended to encourage uninhibited creativity in kids.

His stories are semi-autobiographical and explore universal themes that celebrate friendship, tolerance, and the triumph of the good-hearted.

Dav loves to kayak in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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Lillian Bradshaw
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024
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My grandson was totally captivated as the story was read to him and looking at the drawings. He stayed quiet and attentive, and asked for another read.
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Sandy in Florida
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Christmas Book. EVER.
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2018
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The. Best. Christmas. Story. Ever.

This is THE feel-good story--Christmas or otherwise. I am in my 40's, and this is still my favorite book. So sweet and heartwarming, without being sappy. And the pictures enhance the story so much. It's relatable, funny, thoughtful. Touches on all of the great things about the holiday.

The book has 4 mini stories that all tie together. 3 demonstrate dragon's heart and kindness. 1 is really funny, and we can relate to it.

We read it all of the time. It's a subtle reminder of what is important, what "Christmas spirit" can look like (even if you are a dragon). And how your actions really make a difference to others.

If you are on the fence about buying it... GET IT! You won't be sorry.
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Budgiegirl
5.0 out of 5 stars delightful short stories with a heart
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2007
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This colorful book is a collection of 4 very short Christmas-y stories - none of them actually "religious" in nature, but rather they touch on the spirit of the holiday season. Each story has a sincere message and can be enjoyed at face value, or can serve as a catalyst for a more meaningful discussion with your child. The illustrations and the story are pleasing for both adults and the young audience. It is perfect for reading to an audience of children under the age of 8 - and can also be read by 1st or 2nd graders. This type of book fills a void for young readers that seems to fall between the overly simply picture books and the more advanced chapter books that often lack engaging artwork. My children, ages 4 and 7 both enjoyed the book and we will be buying more Dav Pilkey books.
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Leslie Sweet
5.0 out of 5 stars Great addition to my classroom library!
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2019
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I love these for the “easy reader” section of my third grade library. My students love them! Not to mention, I loved this series as a kid so it’s heartwarming to see my student enjoying them!
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AJ Musto
5.0 out of 5 stars I thought kids would like it because of the Dragon
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2015
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We adore this book! I bought it a few years ago, as I was buying a bunch of Christmas books. I thought kids would like it because of the Dragon. I had no idea that it would be so touching and a wonderful story with a such a great lesson about the true spirit of the season. This is one of my favorite children's books, period, not just for Christmas.
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Erin RM
5.0 out of 5 stars I love Dragon
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014
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Whenever we read, my 2 1/2 year old tells me, "I want to read Dragon." All of the books in the Dragon series are cute and funny (they even make me giggle!), and many of the stories display themes, such as compassion and friendship, that are good starting points when trying to teach your child about how to treat others.
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Kenneth J Oberg
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice story!
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2018
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Great kids book!
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Martina Rose
5.0 out of 5 stars The Spirt of Christmas Rings True
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2014
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What a darling book! I was babysitting and one of the girls brought me this book to read to her before bedtime. It was my first time, and probably her 100th time. And I now know why...rich, timeless tales of loving and giving, of celebrating and rejoicing of all that is good and right and true. Amen!
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Dr Ed
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant for those with difficulty reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 3, 2024
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My daughter loves these. They're funny and she's happy to persist and keep trying to read these because she likes the stories so much
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Marta R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Genial toda la colección
Reviewed in Spain on January 12, 2023
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Le encantan a mi hijo y se los lee en un rato. Recomiendo toda la colección para niños que empiezan a leer solos. Les engancha la historia.
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Snowboo
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story
Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2020
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Sweet story about noticing the needs of others and giving.
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