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Jane and the Dragon

By Martin Baynton

Adjectives

inspiring adventurous empowering

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Fairy Tales

Synopsis

Jane, a spirited young girl, dreams of becoming a knight, defying the expectations of her royal court upbringing. When a dragon kidnaps the prince, Jane seizes the opportunity to prove her mettle. Donning a suit of armour provided by the supportive court jester, she embarks on a daring rescue mission. Along the way, Jane's courage and determination challenge traditional roles, leading to an unexpected friendship with the dragon and a redefinition of heroism.

About the author

Martin Baynton is a British author and illustrator who loves creating fun stories for children. He is best known for writing the popular 'Jane and the Dragon' books, which have been turned into a TV series. Martin enjoys drawing his own characters and hopes his stories inspire children to be brave and imaginative.

Pages

26 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

1988

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