Dragon

JODY BERGSMA CAN TELL A STORY AND DRAW IT TO BOOT. I'M THINKING OF BEING A FREELANCE WRITER MYSELF. JODY CAN DRAW PEOPLE WAY BETTER THAN ME. (I CAN'T EVEN DRAW STICK PEOPLE). AND SHE MAKES BABY SARAS LOOK SOOOOOO CUUUUUUUTE! I WISH I CAN DRAW LIKE HER, BUT MY ONLY TALENT IS LANDSCAPE. I'M USED TO READING NOVELS SO I FOUND THE STORY A LITTLE BIT (AND I DO REALY MEAN A LITTEL BIT) EMPTY OF OTHER CHARACTERS. BUT IN A CHILDREN'S STORY ONLY THE MAIN CHARACTERS HAVE CHARACTER.

Beautiful illustrations and story.

very nice! Love the artist

This is one of the finest picture books our family and friends have ever experienced. We were so bowled over by this work that it's difficult to know where to start. To the extent that the author is an accomplished and successful artist, it is an understatement to suggest that the colorful, engaging art is superb -- the more you study each panel, the more you see. As for the story, it's truly a gem -- a finely spun tale of fantasy, with a satisfying lesson for young readers. The heir to throne in a mystical land of elves, unicorns, and wise owls must confront the fierce, flying, fire-breathing dragon, with ramifications of significance to the young prince, the angry dragon, and the kingdom between the worlds. It's a fable filled with mystery, adventure, fantasy, and intrigue artfully told without frightening young readers or glorifying violence. Treat yourself to this remarkable work -- you and children will not be disappointed!

Fairy tale of a peaceful prince and a wayward dragon which he tames. Lushly illustrated. The reviewer's 5 year-old grandson likes it, and feels it is a comfortable length, though by adult observation it appears overly long.