Boy Who Grew Dragons

What do our readers think of Boy Who Grew Dragons? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny dragon adventures, the silly exploding poo and the lively illustrations, and many want a dragon of their own. Some children find the bullying storyline frustrating or feel that the story is better suited to slightly older primary-aged children.

What does the Pageticker team say about Boy Who Grew Dragons?

The Boy Who Grew Dragons is a funny, warm-hearted debut that turns gardening into a gloriously chaotic dragon-growing adventure. Tomas’s friendship with Flicker, his attempts to care for a very unpredictable pet and the lively illustrations make this an excellent choice for confident younger readers.

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What is Boy Who Grew Dragons about?

When Tomas discovers a peculiar tree in his grandad's garden, he takes one of its strange fruits home. To his amazement, a tiny dragon hatches from it! Naming his new friend Flicker, Tomas embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with fun and unexpected challenges. As more dragon fruits appear, Tomas realises he's growing dragons, leading to a series of delightful and unpredictable escapades.

About the author

Andy Shepherd is a British author best known for her magical book series, 'The Boy Who Grew Dragons'. She loves writing stories filled with adventure and imagination. Andy grew up surrounded by books and enjoys inspiring children to discover the magic of reading. When she’s not writing, she likes spending time outdoors and exploring new ideas.

Discussion ideas around Boy Who Grew Dragons

A Very Unusual Pet: What makes Flicker an exciting pet, and what makes looking after a dragon much harder than looking after an ordinary animal?

Secrets and Trust: Why does Tomas try to keep Flicker secret at first, and how might sharing a secret change his friendships?

Growing Things: The dragon fruits grow in Grandad’s garden. What real plants would you like to grow, and what surprising thing might happen if your garden were magical?

Being Responsible: Tomas discovers that fun and responsibility come together. What choices does he have to make when Flicker causes trouble?

Friendship and Fairness: How do Tomas and his friends treat one another when dragons enter their lives, and what could they do to make sure everyone feels included?