The Dragon in the Sock Drawer

The Dragon in the Sock Drawer
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 9780375855870

For Magic Tree House readers who are ready for something longer, the Dragon Keepers series has the perfect length and reading level, along with the fast-paced writing, adventure, and sense of teamwork that kids love to read. TEN-YEAR-OLD COUSINS Jesse and Daisy have always wanted something magical to happen to them. So it's a wish come true when Jesse's newly found thunder egg hatches, and a helpless, tiny but very loud baby dragon pops out. Soon the two kids are at the dragon's beck-and-call, trying to figure out what to feed her. An Internet search leads them to the library, which leads them back to the Internet, where they find a very strange Web site called "foundadragon.org." It is here that the cousins discover that the dragon's hatching has designated them "Dragon Keepers" and that not only do they have to feed her, but they have to keep her safe from the villainous Saint George who has kept himself alive over centuries by drinking dragons' blood.

Dragon Keepers #1: The Dragon in the Sock Drawer

Dragon Keepers #1: The Dragon in the Sock Drawer
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2008-07-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 037589246X

For Magic Tree House readers who are ready for something longer, the Dragon Keepers series has the perfect length and reading level, along with the fast-paced writing, adventure, and sense of teamwork that kids love to read. TEN-YEAR-OLD COUSINS Jesse and Daisy have always wanted something magical to happen to them. So it’s a wish come true when Jesse’s newly found thunder egg hatches, and a helpless, tiny but very loud baby dragon pops out. Soon the two kids are at the dragon’s beck-and-call, trying to figure out what to feed her. An Internet search leads them to the library, which leads them back to the Internet, where they find a very strange Web site called “foundadragon.org.” It is here that the cousins discover that the dragon’s hatching has designated them “Dragon Keepers” and that not only do they have to feed her, but they have to keep her safe from the villainous Saint George who has kept himself alive over centuries by drinking dragons’ blood.

From the Dragon Keepers' Vault: Leandra and Obsidian

From the Dragon Keepers' Vault: Leandra and Obsidian
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2012-05-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 030797488X

The Dragon Keeper series bridges the gap between Magic Tree House Merlin Missions and Harry Potter. An original short story (only available electronically!) adds background information to the newest book in this magical middle grade adventure series. It's an exciting adventure featuring Emmy's parents and the origins of the second dragon egg that appears in The Dragon in the Sea (Dragon Keepers #5). Praise for The Dragon in the Sock Drawer: "Funny and wonderfully written--a tall-tale adventure sure to grab young readers."--Mary Pope Osborne "This novel, with its unique and modern twists, is a great addition to the dragon genre for younger readers."--School Library Journal

Jake

Jake
Author: Audrey Couloumbis
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2011-08-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375856315

"I'm old enough to stay home alone, you know." Mom said, "Not a chance. Who's going to lug the loot ba—" and the locks on the door sprung open. I opened the door and unloaded the cart. It took five minutes, probably less. "Mom?" I said, looking around when I'd finished. I didn't see her. "Mom?" I yelled. "Mom?" It's a few days before Christmas when 10-year-old Jake's mom slips and breaks her leg. For as long as Jake can remember, it's just been him and his mom, so with no one else to look after him the hospital contacts the gruff granddad Jake only knows through awkward twice-a-year phone calls. When grandad shows up, he's nothing like Jake expected. But as Jake gets to know his grandfather and a makeshift family of friends and neighbors come together around him and his mom, he realizes that this might not be such a bad Christmas after all. With beautiful spare writing that will appeal to fans of Because of Winn-Dixie and The Higher Power of Lucky, Newbery Honor—winning author Audrey Couloumbis tells a story as warm and welcome as a cup of hot chocolate on a cold day and shows that the best gift of all is the gift of family.

Daughter of the Centaurs

Daughter of the Centaurs
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Bluefire
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2013-01-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375871373

Alone after her village is destroyed by Leatherwings, young Melora and her father's horse, Sky, survive on their own with a herd of wild horses until she finds a new home with a civilization of centaurs.

The Dragon in the Sea

The Dragon in the Sea
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2012
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375870652

Jesse and Daisy and their dragon friend, Emmy, try to recover a Thunder Egg from merpeople who stole it from Daisy near the Inn of the Barking Seal, where the cousins are visiting their grandmother Polly.

The Dragon in the Driveway

The Dragon in the Driveway
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Cousins
ISBN: 9780375955891

Cousins Jesse and Daisy, along with their pet dragon, continue their battle against the evil scientist who has plans to destroy the forest in order to find the magical golden ax that is buried there.

Pirates!

Pirates!
Author: Christopher Maynard
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1998
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780789437686

Meet Pirates who got away with murder... and pirates who died in the hangman's noose! These 48-page books about fascinating subjects like pirates, mummies, and volcanoes are for proficient readers who can understand a rich vocabulary and challenging sentence structure. In addition to the stunning photographs, informative sidebars, and glossary, readers will find archival photographs and paintings. Averaging 4,500 to 5,000 words in length, Level 4 books are 40 percent pictures and 40 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4.

Dragon Keepers #1: The Dragon in the Sock Drawer

Dragon Keepers #1: The Dragon in the Sock Drawer
Author: Kate Klimo
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2008-07-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 037589246X

For Magic Tree House readers who are ready for something longer, the Dragon Keepers series has the perfect length and reading level, along with the fast-paced writing, adventure, and sense of teamwork that kids love to read. TEN-YEAR-OLD COUSINS Jesse and Daisy have always wanted something magical to happen to them. So it’s a wish come true when Jesse’s newly found thunder egg hatches, and a helpless, tiny but very loud baby dragon pops out. Soon the two kids are at the dragon’s beck-and-call, trying to figure out what to feed her. An Internet search leads them to the library, which leads them back to the Internet, where they find a very strange Web site called “foundadragon.org.” It is here that the cousins discover that the dragon’s hatching has designated them “Dragon Keepers” and that not only do they have to feed her, but they have to keep her safe from the villainous Saint George who has kept himself alive over centuries by drinking dragons’ blood.