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The Dragonsitter (The Dragonsitter Series, 1) Hardcover – September 1, 2015

by Josh Lacey (Author), Garry Parsons (Illustrator)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 283 ratings
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Dear Uncle Morton: You'd better get on a plane right now and come back here. Your dragon has eaten Jemima. Emily loved that rabbit! I'd better go now. I can smell burning. --Eddie



It had sounded so easy: Eddie was to look after Uncle Morton's unusual pet for a week while he went on vacation. But soon the fridge is empty, the curtains are on fire, and the mailman is fleeing down the front path...




The Dragonsitter is the first title in a new chapter book series, written completely in e-mails, that will have readers laughing out loud and begging for more!
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  1. Reading age
    6 - 10 years
  2. Book 1 of 10
    The Dragonsitter
  3. Print length
    96 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    1 - 5
  6. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.75 x 7.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    September 1, 2015
  9. ISBN-10
    0316298964
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0316298964
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Gr 2–4—Edward Smith-Pickle, "Eddie," finds himself in a pickle as he is taking care of his uncle's dragon while he is away. Unfortunately, his uncle didn't leave any instructions, and the dragon isn't exactly on his best behavior as he devours endless amounts of food, tears up the house, terrorizes the neighborhood pets, and sets the curtains and the mailman on fire. Eddie emails his uncle asking for help but doesn't get any replies. His mom is at her wit's end, and Eddie wonders what to do next. Finally, he gets some advice from his uncle, which turns things around. Told entirely through emails, this story provides plenty of funny moments, as Eddie manages to sound both upbeat and worried at the same time. This is the first of a planned four-book series, and its humorous tone and illustrations will appeal to young readers. VERDICT A solid purchase for collections in need of short chapter books.—Laura Fields Eason, Parker Bennett Curry Elementary School, Bowling Green, KY

About the Author

Josh Lacey is the author of many books for children, including The Island of Thieves, Bearkeeper, and the Grk series. He worked as a journalist, a teacher, and a screenwriter before writing his first book, A Dog Called Grk. Josh lives in London with his wife and daughters.

Garry Parsons has illustrated several books for children and is the author and illustrator of Krong!, winner of the Perth and Kinross prize.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (September 1, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316298964
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316298964
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 10 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 5
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.75 x 7.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 283 ratings

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Josh Lacey is the author of many books for children including The Dragonsitter, A Dog Called Grk, Bearkeeper, and The Island of Thieves.

There are ten books in the Dragonsitter series, which are short, funny stories about a boy who has to look after his uncle's pet dragon. Told entirely in emails, the books are packed with wonderful illustrations by Garry Parsons.

Hope Jones Saves the World is a new series about a 10 year old girl who wants to combat climate change by taking small steps herself, whether giving up plastic or travelling by bicycle rather than car. The other books in the series are Hope Jones Will Not Eat Meat and Hope Jones Clears The Air.

The Island of Thieves and The Sultan's Tigers follow the adventures of Tom Trelawney and his uncle, battling criminals and hunting for treasure.

Josh worked as a journalist, a teacher and a screenwriter before writing his first book, A Dog Called Grk.

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D. Isherwood
5.0 out of 5 stars My 7 year old Loved it
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2017
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My 7-year-old loves this series. I got him the first few for Christmas after reading about them on a mommy blog and he loved it. He has now read them all and can't wait for the new ones.

He reads one in a night so be warned, if you buy this series, buy the first few.
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Georgia Dandelion
5.0 out of 5 stars From this mom
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2016
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As a mom I like to check any book recommended to my son. I usually just read a few pages and make sure it isn't too mature or above his head. THE DRAGON SITTER was supposed to be the same....I'm now done with the book and going back to buy the others 😀 My son is going to LOVE this series!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Fun story
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2022
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Totally did not see that I was getting a used book- so I was disappointed when it arrived used. It was supposed to be for a gift exchange.
Since it’s my kid’s reading level I kept it and read it to him. We really enjoy the story and I’ll be looking for the other books this author has written.
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CHB
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for read aloud and beginning readers!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2014
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I read this aloud to my boys (7 and 4) who both love the book and the illustrations. Silly and fun family read.
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Jill
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a fun book to read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2018
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Well written. Cute story.
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Nunki
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2017
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My 2nd grade students love this series!
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Grandma Chelle
5.0 out of 5 stars It was a hit!
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2017
My 7 year old grandson and his great-grandfather loved it. They are on the second book now and I have bought them the rest of the series. The print is easy for both of them to read.
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AMY
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read aloud!
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2016
My second graders loved this book!
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Alicja N.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very funny
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2021
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It was very funny story even for boys who are not interested in reading
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Paolo L
5.0 out of 5 stars Vale la pena leggerlo
Reviewed in Italy on October 23, 2020
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Libro consigliato dalle insegnanti della scuola internazionale di mio figlio di 8 anni. Piacevole nella lettura
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr nettes Buch für Klasse 6
Reviewed in Germany on August 24, 2020
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Ein sehr nettes Buch in E-Mail Form, das den Kindern wirklich Spaß macht. Ein bestimmtes Niveau und Grundwissen müssen die Leser schon haben, z.B. Simple past, aber alles andere ist auch über die Bilder super verständlich. Die Geschichte ist sehr nett und spannend gestaltet.
Klare Empfehlung - die Kinder haben das Büchlein gerne gelesen.
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Harsha Thachery
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in India on June 12, 2020
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Great book. Highly recommend for early readers.
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Cliente Amazon
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen libro para niños.
Reviewed in Spain on November 25, 2018
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Es un libro bastante entretenido para niños.
Muy fácil de leer y entender.
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