Come to school, dear dragon
Norwood House Press 1985
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- school life
- responsibility
- cooperation
- kindness
- new experiences
- imagination
- humor
About this book
A young boy brings his friendly dragon to visit his classroom, where the pair explores everyday school routines like reading, writing, and sharing with classmates. Simple, repetitive text and supportive picture cues make it ideal for brand-new readers gaining confidence. The gentle humor of a well-meaning dragon at school keeps kids engaged while reinforcing basic school behavior and vocabulary. Great for the first weeks of school or any child curious about what happens in a classroom.
Setting: an elementary school classroom, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Come to school, dear dragon right for my child?
Yes — Come to school, dear dragon is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.7, which is typical for Kindergarten. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include friendship, school life, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Come to school, dear dragon?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Come to school, dear dragon takes around 5m to finish. The book has 240 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Come to school, dear dragon have an AR quiz?
Yes — Come to school, dear dragon has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Come to school, dear dragon?
Come to school, dear dragon has an AR reading level of 0.7, which places it at a Kindergarten reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.