A lively and engaging Starters title for beginner readers illustrated by acclaimed picture book artist Polly Dunbar, with a friendly text and stylish two-colour illustrations.
The Dragon Test is part of Walker Starters, a wonderfully fun and friendly series for beginner readers. Princess Jem wants to pass the dragon test – and that means she has to catch a dragon. But when the dragon she's hunting captures Jem instead, the princess will have to think outside the box if she wants to get back to her castle. This is a charming and uplifting story, told through a range of writing styles, including letters, posters and lists. The illustrations, which appear on every page, are lively, stylish and play an active part in helping children understand the text.
This is Book 5 in the Walker Starters Series. See all Walker Starters books here.
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June Crebbin was a primary school teacher before taking early retirement to concentrate on her writing. She is the author of a number of books for children, including Jumping Beany (9781406305197), Saving Oscar (9781406301991), Riding High (9781406311235), The Train Ride (9780744547016) and Cows in the Kitchen (9780744569476), and she has edited story anthol
More about June CrebbinOne of the UK's most exciting picture book talents, author-illustrator of the award-winning Penguin.
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