This charming story called "Thomas and the Dragon Queen" by Shutta Crum is really a delightful story about how one "small" boy, because of his courage and determination and stubbornness too, ends up saving the day.Thomas is small, I mean he is very short for his age and consequently the brunt of jokes and teasing. But when Thomas leaves all his brothers and sisters and parents and goes off to the castle to become a page to Sir Gerald he proves himself to be thoughtful and brave and always strives to be the best he can be and not let others bring him down. When the princess has been taken by the Dragon Queen it is Thomas, now Sir Thomas, who goes on this quest to save her. He faces trials and triumphs but it is what is in his heart that saves the day.
A great read-aloud. I think boys and girls in Grades 2,3 and 4 will really like this. I know I did.
What are you reading today?
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Hey! Thanks for posting such a nice review of THOMAS AND THE DRAGON QUEEN. It was a delight to write and to work on with my editor from Knopf. So glad you enjoyed it!
Shutta
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