SERIES MADE SIMPLE

The Anatomy of a Dragon

by Matt DOEDEN
978-1-62065-145-2. ea vol: 32p. (Blazers: The World of Dragons Series). further reading. glossary. illus. index. websites. Capstone. 2013. PLB $25.99.
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Gr 2—3–These diverting but unreliable titles offer large images of monstrous and majestic creatures, small blocks of text, sidebars with additional "facts," such as "Some dragons live in old, crumbling castles," and vocabulary definitions. The narratives are heavily reliant on western dragons and the texts in Anatomy and Behavior are unclear whether they are presenting myths, legends, or historical accounts. The volumes strive for a scientific field guidelike feel, which might confuse children into thinking all the information is true. However, Mythology and Real-World do attempt to explain sources, making these titles essential to balancing the others. Not to be used for projects, but this set might make an entertaining browsing selection and will strike a chord with dragon fanatics.
Reviewed by Heather Talty , Apr 01, 2013

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