Books like 'The Boy Who Grew Dragons'
Readers who enjoyed The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
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![Of Witches and Wind by Shelby Bach]()
Of Witches and Wind by Shelby Bach
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn this second book in a series that Kirkus Reviews calls a “fast-paced combination of middle school realism and fairy-tale fantasy,” it’s up to Rory to save the Ever After School—and deal with her father’s fiancée.After taking part in a successful real-life fairy tale, Rory Landon is now an Ever After School veteran... -
![Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima]()
Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe story of a young unicorn who was born under the sea to a family of narwhals.Growing up in the ocean, Kelp has always assumed that he was a narwhal like the rest of his family. Sure, he’s always been a little bit different—his tusk isn’t as long, he’s not as good of a swimmer, and he really doesn’t enjoy the cuisine... -
![Confronting the Dragon by Mark Cheverton]()
Confronting the Dragon by Mark Cheverton
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAn evil army threatens to destroy all of Minecraft in the third Gameknight999 adventure!The ghast king Malacoda and the terrible enderman Erebus have led their monster army to the server that houses the Source, with plans to destroy Minecraft and all the digital lives on its servers before escaping once and for all into the real world... -
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![Merhorses and Bubbles by Asia Citro]()
Merhorses and Bubbles by Asia Citro
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWith magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.In the third book of this series, Zoey and Sassafras head to the stream only to make a terrible discovery... -
![El Cavaller que no volia Lluitar by Helen Docherty]()
El Cavaller que no volia Lluitar by Helen Docherty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEven dragons can’t resist a good story…Even though Leo would rather sit at home and read, his parents send him out into the world in the hopes that Leo will become a famous knight... -
![Power of the Fire Dragon by Tracey West]()
Power of the Fire Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe Dragon Masters are going to visit Queen Rose's kingdom. But Rori and Drake must stay behind. Then a four-headed dragon attacks the castle--and Maldred is riding it! How is Maldred controlling this giant dragon? Will Rori and Drake have to battle the dark wizard on their own?This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers... -
![Flight of the Moon Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Flight of the Moon Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Chill of the Ice Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #9) by Tracey West]()
Chill of the Ice Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #9) by Tracey West
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOnly a Fire Dragon can stop an Ice Giant!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Search for the Lightning Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Search for the Lightning Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![The Flames of Hope by Tui T. Sutherland]()
The Flames of Hope by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe #1 New York Times bestselling series is hotter than ever, and this thrilling conclusion to the Lost Continent Prophecy arc is a must-read! With talons united . . . Luna has always wanted to change the world -- to fix it, to free it -- even if she’s never actually known how...Categorized as:
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![Song of the Poison Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Song of the Poison Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsIn the fifth book in the best-selling Dragon Masters series, a new Dragon Master is coming to the castle!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Of Giants and Ice by Shelby Bach]()
Of Giants and Ice by Shelby Bach
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsRory Landon has spent her whole life being known as the daughter of a famous movie star mom and director dad. So when she begins a new after-school program and no one knows who her family is, Rory realizes something is different. After she ends up fighting a fire-breathing dragon on her first day, she realizes the situation is more unusual than she could have imagined... -
![Secret of the Water Dragon by Tracey West]()
Secret of the Water Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsDrake and the rest of the Dragon Masters are back for another adventure!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
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![Fortress of the Stone Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Fortress of the Stone Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina...Categorized as:
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![Roar of the Thunder Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Damien Jones]()
Roar of the Thunder Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Damien Jones
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsA mysterious Dragon Master has kidnapped the Lightning Dragon!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Traps and Specters by Bryan Chick]()
Traps and Specters by Bryan Chick
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe fourth book in the action-packed and highly imaginative The Secret Zoo series, about a group of middle school friends who discover a hidden zoo in their very own neighborhood! The zoo's archenemy, the evil DeGraff, is closing in for the first time since he was driven out of the Secret Zoo... -
![Heat of the Lava Dragon by Tracey West]()
Heat of the Lava Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDrake and Ana must find a Lava Dragon in the latest adventure in this action-packed, bestselling series! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Descendants: Mal's Spell Book by Tina McLeef]()
Descendants: Mal's Spell Book by Tina McLeef
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFor fans of Descendants, this spell book, which formerly belonged to Maleficent before she passed it on to Mal, is full of comments, notes, and inside jokes between Mal and the other villains' kids. Laugh and cry along with Mal, Evie, Jay and Carlos as they find their way in the world of Auradon Prep... -
![Saving the Sun Dragon by Tracey West]()
Saving the Sun Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsDragon Masters has it all--dragons, Dragon Stones, a wizard, and even some magic! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Waking the Rainbow Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #10) by Tracey West]()
Waking the Rainbow Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #10) by Tracey West
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsDragon Masters Drake and Ana travel to a new land in search of the Rainbow Dragon!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Eye of the Earthquake Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Daniel Griffo]()
Eye of the Earthquake Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Daniel Griffo
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsTime is running out for the Dragon Masters to stop the dark wizard Maldred!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Treasure of the Gold Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Treasure of the Gold Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe race is on to find the Gold Key!Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow... -
![Dragon Overnight by Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle]()
Dragon Overnight by Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsNory Horace can turn herself into a kitten. But sometimes she adds in a bit of dragon and, well, accidentally turns into a dritten. Oops? Her friend Andres Padillo can fly high . . . but then he can’t fly back down again.Nory and Andres are in an Upside-Down Magic class with other kids who have unusual magic... -
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![Shine of the Silver Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Nina De Polonia]()
Shine of the Silver Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West, Nina De Polonia
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsIn the eleventh book in this fantasy series, the wizard Maldred is back! And Diego is under his dark spell! Drake learns that Maldred wants to control the Naga -- an enormous dragon that lives deep within the Earth. Two keys are needed to control the Naga. The first key is guarded by a Silver Dragon named Argent. Drake, Bo, and Carlos must find Argent and stop Diego before it's too late... -
![Caterflies and Ice by Asia Citro]()
Caterflies and Ice by Asia Citro
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWith magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.In the fourth book, an unexpected snow storm causes trouble for the magical creatures of the forest... -
![Wave of the Sea Dragon by Tracey West, Matt Loveridge]()
Wave of the Sea Dragon by Tracey West, Matt Loveridge
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDrake, Bo, and Opeli seek the help of a powerful Sea Dragon in the latest adventure in this action-packed, New York Times bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers...Categorized as:
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![Fire in the Star by Kamilla Benko]()
Fire in the Star by Kamilla Benko
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter a lifetime of being the younger sister--of letting Sophie fight her battles, of following her on countless Experiences and through a fireplace into a magical land--it's finally Claire Martinson's turn to lead. And she'll do anything to keep her big sister safe: resist the wraiths' cold shadows, experiment with new and dangerous magic, become a thief in disguise... -
![Rise of the Earth Dragon by Tracey West]()
Rise of the Earth Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsThe New York Times bestselling Dragon Masters series is "How to Train Your Dragon" meets the Dragon Slayers' Academy, and it's perfect for newly independent readers!Pick a book. Grow a reader. This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers... -
![Zog by Julia Donaldson]()
Zog by Julia Donaldson
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsZog, a young accident-prone dragon, who wants to be the best student in dragon school, is the keenest dragon in the school, but will he ever win a golden... -
![Attack of the Dragons by Geronimo Stilton]()
Attack of the Dragons by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe is a mouseking - the Geronimo Stilton of the ancient far north! He lives with his brawny and brave clan in the village of Mouseborg. From sailing frozen waters to facing fiery dragons, every day is an adventure for the micekings! Attack of the Dragons-The micekings are in a panic... -
![The Griffin's Riddle by Suzanne Selfors, Dan Santat]()
The Griffin's Riddle by Suzanne Selfors, Dan Santat
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTen-year-olds Ben Silverstein and Pearl Petal have had quite a busy summer in the typically quiet town of Buttonville. Ever since Dr. Woo opened her doors, things have been more exciting than the senior center on pudding day! Together, Ben and Pearl have encountered all sorts of magical beasts -- from a sasquatch, to a lake monster, to a leprechaun, to a dragon, to a unicorn... -
![The Secret of the Crystal Fairies by Thea Stilton, Geronimo Stilton]()
The Secret of the Crystal Fairies by Thea Stilton, Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJoin Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters on an adventure packed with fantasy and friendship!The Thea Sisters are just about to head off on their separate family vacations when they receive a call from Will Mystery. Once again, there is trouble in one of the imaginary kingdoms! A crack has been discovered in one of the maps in the Hall of Roses... -
![Crystal Caverns by Katrina Charman]()
Crystal Caverns by Katrina Charman
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
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![The Order of the Unicorn by Suzanne Selfors]()
The Order of the Unicorn by Suzanne Selfors
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAt Dr. Woo's Worm Hospital, Pearl and Ben are greeted with some bad news. A human has been spotted in the Imaginary World! Dr. Woo suspects it might be Maximus Steele -- a poacher with his sights set on prized animal horns. What creature will he attack next? Will it be a unicorn? Together, Pearl, Ben, and Dr. Woo travel to the Tangled Forest. It's an amazing, colorful, and wild place... -
![Bloom of the Flower Dragon by Tracey West]()
Bloom of the Flower Dragon by Tracey West
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDrake and Worm must help a Flower Dragon protect his home in the latest action-packed installment of this New York Times bestselling series! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers... -
![Dragon Bones by Lisa McMann]()
Dragon Bones by Lisa McMann
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsTen years after Alex and Aaron Stowe brought peace to Quill and Artimé, their younger twin sisters journey beyond Artimé in the second novel in the New York Times bestselling sequel series to The Unwanteds, which Kirkus Reviews called “The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter.”The Artiméans have suffered some devastating blows... -
![If I Had a Gryphon by Vikki VanSickle, Cale Atkinson]()
If I Had a Gryphon by Vikki VanSickle, Cale Atkinson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSam just got a hamster for a pet. She's not really impressed. The hamster isn't very exciting--he mostly eats and sleeps and gets his shavings wet. BORING!After reading a book about mythological creatures, Sam gets some ideas for more exciting pets. But she soon realizes that taking care of these magical beasts might not be as wonderful as she though... -
![Not Your Typical Dragon by Dan Bar-el, Tim Bowers]()
Not Your Typical Dragon by Dan Bar-el, Tim Bowers
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEverybody knows your typical dragon breathes fire.But when Crispin tries to breathe fire on his seventh birthday, fire doesn't come out—only whipped cream! Each time Crispin tries to breathe fire, he ends up withBand-Aidsmarshmallowsteddy bears?Crispin wonders if he’ll ever find his inner fire... -
![A Darkening of Dragons by S.A. Patrick]()
A Darkening of Dragons by S.A. Patrick
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEmbark on an epic, dragon-filled adventure where music has the power of enchantment in Book One of the Songs of Magic trilogy.Thirteen-year-old piper, Patch Brightwater, is a boy in disgrace. Thrown in jail for playing a forbidden spell, he is no one's idea of a hero... -
![Call of the Sound Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Call of the Sound Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Future of the Time Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Future of the Time Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina...Categorized as:
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![Puff, the Magic Dragon by Peter Yarrow, Lenny Lipton]()
Puff, the Magic Dragon by Peter Yarrow, Lenny Lipton
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsPuff, the Magic Dragon is simply one of the most beloved songs of all time—a classic that’s become as much a part of the childhood experience as Mother Goose and fairy tales. Yet singer/songwriter Peter Yarrow and co-composer Lenny Lipton have never allowed a picture book adaptation of this magical tale…until now... -
![Dragon Curse by Lisa McMann]()
Dragon Curse by Lisa McMann
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsTen years after Alex and Aaron Stowe brought peace to Quill and Artimé, their younger twin sisters journey beyond Artimé in the fourth novel in the New York Times bestselling sequel series to The Unwanteds, which Kirkus Reviews called “The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter.”At last, after harrowing battles and devastating losses, the three Stowe siblings are reunited... -
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![The Land of the Spring Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
The Land of the Spring Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![There Is No Dragon In This Story by Lou Carter]()
There Is No Dragon In This Story by Lou Carter
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPoor old dragon. Nobody wants him in their story. Not Goldilocks, not Hansel and Gretel – no one. But Dragon will not give up! He shall continue on his course of finding someone who wants him in their story. ANYONE. His boundless enthusiasm surely won't get him into any trouble. Surely ...A glorious story about dragons, heroes and one very big sneeze... -
![The Bickery Twins and the Phoenix Tear by Abi Elphinstone]()
The Bickery Twins and the Phoenix Tear by Abi Elphinstone
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNevermoor meets Keeper of the Lost Cities in the second wondrous adventure in the Unmapped Chronicles fantasy series from bestselling author Abi Elphinstone.Twins Fox and Fibber are riding on a train through Germany when it plunges into a dark tunnel—and emerges in Jungledrop, one of the Unmapped Kingdoms in charge of controlling the weather in their world... -
![Flash's Dash by Emily Bliss]()
Flash's Dash by Emily Bliss
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWelcome to an enchanted land ruled by unicorn princesses! Cressida Jenkins, a unicorn-obsessed girl who is sure that unicorns are real, is invited to visit, and readers will be thrilled to journey to the Rainbow Realm along with her! In each story, Cressida is called to help a unicorn princess and her sisters in a magical adventure... -
![Howl of the Wind Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West]()
Howl of the Wind Dragon: A Branches Book by Tracey West
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEvil wizard Astrid brings the Garden of Beasts to life and the Dragon Masters must go into battle in the latest installment of this New York Times bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers...Categorized as:
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![Guarding the Invisible Dragons by Tracey West]()
Guarding the Invisible Dragons by Tracey West
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDrake and the other Dragon Masters must help save a nest of baby Invisible Dragons in the latest action-packed installment of this New York Times bestselling series! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers...
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