Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon
by C. S. Adler
1990
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- disability and inclusion
- courage
- bullying
- self-acceptance
- friendship
- perseverance
- empathy
- magical realism
About this book
Sixth-grader Eddie has cerebral palsy and faces daily challenges at school, from teasing to proving what he can do. When he finds a small brass, blue-winged dragon, it seems to give him the courage and clever help he needs at just the right moments. The story blends realistic school and family struggles with a light touch of magic. It’s a warm, hopeful read for middle graders who like heartfelt stories about resilience and belonging.
Setting: contemporary U.S. middle school and neighborhood, early 1990s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon right for my child?
Yes — Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include disability and inclusion, courage, bullying.
How long does it take to read Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon takes around 4.2h to finish. The book has 38,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon have an AR quiz?
Yes — Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon has an AR quiz available, worth 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 Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon?
Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.