If I Had a Dragon / Si Yo Tuviera Un Dragon

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PreSchool-Grade 2–When Morton is asked by his mom to play with his baby brother, he wishes the baby could transform into something exciting, like a kite or a giant lime-green dragon. In a series of humorous illustrations, Morton envisions the fun activities they would enjoy together, only to face comical consequences on the following pages. A walk seems promising, but the next spread reveals the dragon soaring into the sky with Morton hanging on. A basketball game turns out to be a challenge when he realizes he can't score against the massive creature. Even whistling together ends in disaster, leaving Morton with singed hair. Disheartened, he decides to dismiss his imaginary friend and rushes home to play in the sandbox with his brother. The concise text, along with wordless illustrations, makes this a perfect choice for newly independent readers and for read-aloud sessions. The vibrant watercolor-and-charcoal artwork maximizes the dragon's size, with sprawling images that convey a sense of wild motion. Children will connect with the playful protagonist and his quirky companion, enjoying the humor and relatable themes throughout the story.