Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon
Perfection Learning Prebound 1986
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- holiday traditions
- kindness and generosity
- family
- cooperation
- imagination
- winter and celebration
About this book
A young boy and his friendly dragon get ready for Christmas, sharing simple traditions and festive fun along the way. Told in very short, repeating sentences with supportive illustrations, this early reader builds confidence with sight words and predictable text. It’s perfect for new readers who love gentle humor and holiday cheer. Kids enjoy the warm friendship and the playful twist of having a dragon join in classic holiday activities.
Setting: a neighborhood home during Christmastime, winter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon right for my child?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, 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, holiday traditions, kindness and generosity.
How long does it take to read Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon takes around 6m to finish. The book has 250 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon have an AR quiz?
Yes — Merry Christmas, 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 Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon?
Merry Christmas, Dear Dragon has an AR reading level of 0.8, 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.