I was looking at a copy of “Happy Easter, Dear Dragon” at the library today, and I think that the illustrations are being updated, and that’s why there are so many editions showing up on Netgalley. I definitely prefer the updates! This story was a little bland - for a majority of the book, if you changed the illustrations, it could have been about anything. I did appreciate the Spanish that was included.

This is a great book in so many ways. It as a cute easy and quick to read story. But it also features the story in both English and Spanish on the same page. The pictures are very nicely done throughout the book. The words are easy words for beginning readers. I like that the child can learn to read the book in the chosen language and then when they have that mastered they can learn it in either English or Spanish. Also at the end of the book their are teaching tips fr the parents to make this book educational for the child. Younger children from 2 to 5 will enjoy the story itself but from 5 and up can use this book for learning as well.

The story is about a boy and his pet dragon. In the beginning they are outside enjoying all the newness Spring has to offer from brightly colored flowers to new baby ducks. Then they go inside and decorate Easter eggs, decorate an Easter tree, have a egg hunt, go to church, and enjoy Easter.

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The Dear Dragon series is made up of several books that are easy readers. It reminds me of the books I learned to read with. This one is just a little different in that it is written in both Spanish and English.

In this book, the boy and his dragon participate in spring activities and discover signs of spring. They colour Easter Eggs, decorate a tree with the eggs and the boy and his family go to church. There is not mention of the Christian meaning of Easter besides attending church. A very simplistic story that doesn't tell much about Easter. All this is told in simple, repetitive, easy vocabulary. This is a simple book that can be used to build confidence in a beginning reader or to use with readers learning a second language, either English or Spanish. They could also be read aloud to young children who are not able to read yet. The back of the book has several suggested activities that can be used for reading reinforcement. A great addition to a family library or a primary classroom.