Dragons [audio-enabled device] : meet the legendary monsters of mythology / Cait Stevenson ; Cinthya Álvarez.
An epic guide to the history and mythology of dragons from around the world for fantasy-mad kids by medieval historian Cait Stevenson, perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon. For thousands of years humans have feared or revered dragons, be they winged fire-breathing monsters from Europe or slithering water gods from Asia. In this book, featuring beautiful illustrations courtesy of Cinthya Alvarez, readers will be charmed by ancient myths and learn about the cultures that gave birth to these legendary monsters. Includes the stories of Fafnir, a dragon from Norse mythology whose greed gets the better of him, the female dragon-slayer from the Arabic folktales One Thousand and One Nights, and Apophis, the dragon god of ancient Egyptian myth who stalks the underworld. Readers will also learn about the link between dragons and dinosaurs, meet real-life dragons such as Komodo dragons and bearded dragons, study dragon constellations, encounter the dragons of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, and wonder at the popularity of games such as Dungeons & Dragons. It's everything kids who love dragons could ever want to know!
Record details
- ISBN: 9798331705909
- Physical Description: 80 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm. + 1 attached audio media player.
- Edition: [Wonderbook edition].
- Publisher: Solon, Ohio : Findaway World, LLC, [2026]
- Copyright: ©2026
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Includes electronic read-a-long device.Includes index.Powered by a rechargeable battery ; USB charger required for recharging.Print book published: New York, NY : Neon Squid, 2025.Release date supplied by publisher.Wonderbook has 2 modes. Read-Along mode narrates the story. Wonder mode asks questions related to the story.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Once upon a time ... -- What is a dragon? -- Dragons are everywhere -- Real-life dragons -- Dinos and dragons -- In the stars -- Dragons of the north -- The legend of Fafnir -- The adventures of Beowulf -- The ollphéist -- Eastern Europe -- The dragon of Wael -- The many stories of St. George -- The oldest dragons -- Meet the dragon tamers -- Korean baby dragons -- Tales from Japan -- The mountains meet the sea -- Thunder dragons -- A kingdom for dragons -- The story of Tiamat -- Beasts of the Nile -- The tale of the elder sister -- Sea monsters -- The story of Heracles & the hydra -- The myth of the dragon tooth army -- Ye olde books -- Fables of Persia -- Slayer vs. slayer -- Twisted fairy tales-- To the rescue! -- The cunning dragon -- Dragon boat racing -- Amazing anime -- We fight dragons -- Happily ever after.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- Narrated by Katharine Chin.
- Target Audience Note:
- Grades 3-5.
- System Details Note:
- Issued as a Wonderbook, a pre-loaded audiobook player permanently attached to a hardcover book.
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Available copies
- 3 of 9 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 0 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 9 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hill Library | WB J 398.24 STE (Text) | 30229101318987 | Juvenile Audio Enabled Books | Checked out | 08/24/2026 |
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Summary:
An epic guide to the history and mythology of dragons from around the world for fantasy-mad kids by medieval historian Cait Stevenson, perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon. For thousands of years humans have feared or revered dragons, be they winged fire-breathing monsters from Europe or slithering water gods from Asia. In this book, featuring beautiful illustrations courtesy of Cinthya Alvarez, readers will be charmed by ancient myths and learn about the cultures that gave birth to these legendary monsters. Includes the stories of Fafnir, a dragon from Norse mythology whose greed gets the better of him, the female dragon-slayer from the Arabic folktales One Thousand and One Nights, and Apophis, the dragon god of ancient Egyptian myth who stalks the underworld. Readers will also learn about the link between dragons and dinosaurs, meet real-life dragons such as Komodo dragons and bearded dragons, study dragon constellations, encounter the dragons of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, and wonder at the popularity of games such as Dungeons & Dragons. It's everything kids who love dragons could ever want to know!
