It's Circus Time, Dear Dragon

by Margaret HIllert

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A boy and his dragon go to the circus where Dear Dragon performs circus tricks and puts on a show of his own. Now re-illustrated with a fresh and modern look, these timeless beginning readers foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying every day experiences with a boy and his imaginary pet dragon. Educators' resources include reading reinforcement activities and a word list in the back. Activities focus on foundational, language and reading skills. Sections include phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

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Margaret Hillert's original stories about a boy and his pet dragon are now newly re-illustrated for the next generation of young readers. Follow the fun as the boy and dragon play and learn together. Illustrated by Jack Pullan. These Beginning-to-Read books foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying the antics of a boy and his pet dragon. Educators' resources include reading reinforcement activities and a word list in the back. Activities focus on foundational, language, and reading skills. Sections include phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Teachers' notes available on website.

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EDITION	Other Format
ISBN	9781599537726
PRICE	$16.95 (USD)

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Carla J, Reviewer

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The Dear Dragon series is made up of several books that are easy readers. They use site vocabulary that is printed in the back of the book (67 words). There are also several activities listed at the back of the book for reading reinforcement. It reminds me of the books I learned to read with. I love the updated books with newer illustrations.

In this book, the circus is in town. The boy, dragon and his friends head off to the parade followed by the circus. Dragon disappears and ends up in the show. He is on the tightrope, riding a unicycle and more. The boys keeps telling him to come back but dragon is having fun. The illustrations are wonderful and illustrate the text perfectly. These Beginning-to-Read books capture the imaginations of beginning readers and help them on their way to independent reading. They could also be read aloud to young children who are not able to read yet. A great addition to a family library or a primary classroom.

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Katie S, Librarian

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In this book, Dragon goes to the circus.  Instead of watching from the crowd he joins in the circus acts.  Read the book to find out what he does!

I love that there is a Reading Reinforcement section in this book.  These are ideas for parents and teachers to help improve the child's reading skills.  There is also a list of the words that are in to book to help with rapid identification.  This book is perfect for those that are just starting to read!

Thank you Norwood House Press and NetGalley for the free digital copy of this book for my honest review!

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