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Dragons and Marshmallows (Zoey and Sassafras, 1) Paperback – Illustrated, March 14, 2017

by Asia Citro (Author), Marion Lindsay (Illustrator)
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Illinois Monarch Award Nominee 2018-2019
Florida SSYRA Book Award Nominee 2018-2019
Washington OTTER Award Nominee 2018-2019

With magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.

In the first book of this series, Zoey discovers a glowing photo and learns an amazing secret. Injured magical animals come to their backyard barn for help! When a sick baby dragon appears, it’s up to Zoey and Sassafras to figure out what’s wrong. Will they be able to help little Marshmallow before it’s too late?

Each story in the Zoey and Sassafras series features a new magical animal with a problem that must be solved using science. There isn't a set formula for each book; Zoey sometimes needs to run experiments, while other times she needs to investigate a mystery, and yet other times she needs to do research. Zoey models how to keep a science journal through her handwritten entries in each story. Each story is complete with a glossary of the kid-friendly definitions for scientific terms used. The series highlights child-led inquiry science and the topics covered align with both Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards.

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    4 - 8 years, from customers
  2. Book 1 of 10
    Zoey and Sassafras
  3. Print length
    96 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 5
  6. Lexile measure
    640L
  7. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.25 x 7.75 inches
  8. Publisher
    The Innovation Press
  9. Publication date
    March 14, 2017
  10. ISBN-10
    1943147094
  11. ISBN-13
    978-1943147090
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Magical Animals, Science, Mystery and Adventure -- Oh My!

Learn Science with Zoey & Sassafras

Each story in the Zoey and Sassafras chapter book series features a new magical animal with a problem that must be solved using science. There isn't a set formula for each book; Zoey sometimes needs to run experiments, while other times she needs to investigate a mystery, and yet other times she needs to do research. Zoey models how to keep a science journal through her handwritten entries in each story.

Each story is complete with a glossary of the kid-friendly definitions for scientific terms used.

Awards include:

  • 2018 Washington State Book Award for Young Readers Winner
  • A New York Public Library Best Books for Kids 2017 Selection
  • A Mighty Girl Book of the Year
  • Illinois Monarch Award Nominee 2018-2019
  • Florida SSYRA Book Award Nominee 2018-2019
  • Washington OTTER Award Nominee 2018-2019
Zoey 1 Monsters and Mold Merhorses Caterflies Pod
Dragons and Marshmallows Monsters and Mold Merhorses and Bubbles Caterflies and Ice The Pod and the Bog
Book 1 Book 2 Book 3 Book 4 Book 5
Unicorns Grumplets and Pests Bips Wishypoofs Gnomes
Unicorns and Germs Grumplets and Pests Bips and Roses Wishypoofs and Hiccups Gnomes and Sneezes
Book 6 Book 7 Book 8 Book 9 Book 10
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  • #1: Dragons and Marshmallows
  • #2: Monsters and Mold
  • #3: Merhorses and Bubbles
  • #4: Caterflies and Ice
  • #5: The Pod and the Bog
  • #6: Unicorns and Germs

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"Concepts are explained concisely and clearly, and a short glossary provides valuable vocabulary building. The slightly larger font makes the text inviting for emerging readers, and the illustrations blend perfectly into the story. Sassafras and the dragon prove to be able sidekicks in the vein of Disney characters...while this book is a natural fit for STEM collections, it deserves a place in all libraries serving young readers."

-- School Library Journal

"...Citro gracefully balances her story’s scientific and fantasy elements."

-- Publishers Weekly

"...the imaginative premise and the incorporation of STEM elements make this an attractive and engaging choice."

-- Booklist

"...tales for young audiences that model the scientific method are nice to see."

-- Kirkus Reviews

"...a delightful beginning reader. I will definitely recommend this to kids and I look forward to the other books in this series."

-- Mel Barnes, University Bookstore

"Zoey and Sassafras are our heroes! My kids love unravelling their mysterious circumstance, and they even made their own "thinking goggles." Zoey is an awesome role model."

-- Megan Lingo, Reading Teacher and Educational Therapist at Chickadee Lit

"Citro takes the “girl helping animals” trope of beginning chapters to a whole new level. Filled with scientific language and experiments, including a helpful glossary, Zoey is encouraged to make mistakes, fail, and get up and keep trying. There’s no lack of child appeal either; both boys and girls will delight in the magical creatures and brisk storytelling and will be eager to try some of their own scientific experimentation, even if they can’t find a dragon!"

-- Jennifer Wharton, Jean Little Library

About the Author

Asia Citro, M. Ed, is a former classroom science teacher with a Master's in Science Education. She is the author of 150+ Screen-Free Activities for Kids, The Curious Kid's Science Book, A Little Bit of Dirt, and the Zoey and Sassafras chapter book series. She is also the creator of the popular blog Fun at Home with Kids. Her work has been featured on Apartment Therapy, The Chicago Tribune, Today, Disney Baby, MSN, King 5 TV, and Highlights, among others.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Innovation Press; Illustrated edition (March 14, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1943147094
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943147090
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 640L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 5
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.25 x 7.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,186 ratings

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    Marion Lindsay is a children’s book illustrator who illustrates chapter books, picture books, educational and gift books. She has illustrated for wonderful authors such as Diana Wynne Jones, Holly Webb and Ruth Symes and is known as the illustrator for the very popular series Zoey and Sassafras by American author Asia Citro. Marion is a graduate of the acclaimed MA in children’s book illustration at Cambridge School of Art where she was awarded the Egmont Best New Talent prize in her graduating year. Marion loves to draw with ink and a dip pen before scanning and colouring her work digitally.

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    Asia Citro has an M.Ed in Science Education and was a classroom science teacher for many years before deciding to stay home full time after the birth of her daughter. She lives near Seattle with her wonderful husband, two awesome children, two destructive cats, and a terrarium of happy bugs. She is the author of 150+ Screen-Free Activities for Kids, The Curious Kid's Science Book, A Little Bit of Dirt, the chapter book series Zoey and Sassafras, Vroom Vroom Garbage Truck, and Pigeon Math. Her work has been featured on Apartment Therapy, The Chicago Tribune, Today, Disney Baby, MSN, King 5 TV, New Day Northwest, and Highlights, among others.

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Caity
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging, fun, and very cute!
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2024
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I had been struggling to find a book series that really grabbed my 7 year old daughter’s attention, and then we found Zoey and Sassafras.
She LOVES the characters, the mythical creatures, learning some real science, and having a blast expanding her vocabulary.
I love that there is a glossary in the back of the book for the scientific terms introduced. My daughter enjoyed the first book so much that she asked for the entire series for her birthday and has started to explore reading for fun more.

Everyone has that special book that ignited their love of reading, and this is the one that lit the spark for my daughter. I hope that encourages more people to buy it, such a fun read and we are excited that Zoey and Sassafras get to be a part of our reading journey as we make our way through the entire series. We just purchased the box set for her birthday coming up. 💛
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taniamc
5.0 out of 5 stars Huge fan
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
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The Zoey and Sassafras series has been by far the most engaging and enjoyable chapter books that we have read together so far. It features a clever, independent young girl of color, her brilliant mother, her adorable cat, and many fantastical tales that combine and cultivate a whimsical imagination and a deep love and wonder for science and all the many ways that it interweaves itself into our daily life. The books encourage exploration of the natural world around us, but they also spark imaginative play, and, of course, teach many wonderful lessons along the way.

In each book, Zoey performs at least one experiment that is easily replicated at home, almost always with items you would already have around your kitchen. It’s such a fun way to bring another level of immersion and learning to these fantastic books. It has been really neat for my child to see Zoey’s experiments in action.

As of writing this, we have just finished book 4 out of 6 currently published in the series. Asia Citro’s books are so well written and enjoyable that I find myself absolutely treasuring our reading time together on a whole new level whenever Zoey and Sassafras are on our reading menu. Not only have I eagerly bought the whole set—one book at a time as we finished them off—but I’ve found that my child is extra eager to dive into chapter books now.

Oh—and the illustrations are ADORABLE.

I can not praise these books highly enough, and I am so relieved and excited to see that she is working on a 7th book to be released later this year.
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Maureen Pratt
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2023
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This is a great chapter book. Read it aloud to my 5 year old. He loved it so much he immediately wanted me to re-read it! On top of being a fun story it talks about the scientific method and info on animals.
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KL
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an awesome series
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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Such a great book for introducing the scientific method. Easy to read, short chapters, well written. Both I and my daughter are looking forward to reading the rest of the series
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Diane Michele
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read for 3rd/4th graders
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2023
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As a teacher, I am always on the look out for chapter books that actually interest my students! This series is wonderful and lends a great connection between science and fantasy. My class couldn't wait for the next book to be delivered!
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Jeremy & Arianna
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2022
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I read this aloud to my 5 year old daughter over the course of several nights. We both really enjoyed it! Zoey uses genuine scientific principles which is fantastic. The lonely thing I don’t like is that the day doesn’t see magical creatures. So Zoey and the mom don’t tell him about them. Personally, I don’t like teaching young kids to keep anything from their parents.
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Paula C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Super Accessible Book
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2023
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This book is perfect for a 2nd grade level reader. The text was large enough that the pages didn't feel crowded and the illustrations helped mark major events.
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Merril Marty
5.0 out of 5 stars Great interesting and educational book, part of a 7 book wonderful series. Need more like this!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
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Without wanting more than a nice book to read over zoom to my grandkids here in CA and Fla, I grabbed the Zoey and Sassafras series, cute stories about a girl and her cat. The content has been interesting enough to engage a boy and girl 3-4 years old and the 10 year old big boy. What I found in these books is a lot more. This book and the other series books are incidentally about a little GIRL of COLOR, in training about the SCIENTIFIC METHOD (and things magical) by her MOM, a SCIENTIST and a dad who has a scientific bent but not the magical. The books go through very educational experiments (and magical) showing scientific process and serious today issues about unwitting pollution, environmental change, helping others and diversity without jamming any of it down the throat. I was impressed. Education here, not indoctrination!
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Samantha Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars Reluctant reader read in a day!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 18, 2022
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My daughter is a great reader but she’s completely put off by chapter books. Yesterday I encouraged her to try this book and she has already finished it! She desperate to get her hands on the rest of the series now!
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María
5.0 out of 5 stars A mi hijo le encanta
Reviewed in Spain on June 16, 2022
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Una historia preciosa y muy bonita.
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Paulina DC
5.0 out of 5 stars Un 10 absoluto
Reviewed in Mexico on October 15, 2020
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Es el libro mas encantador que he leído en mucho tiempo, fue mera curiosidad pero si tuviera hijos les daría toda la serie, vienen muy buenas enseñanzas en muy pocas paginas, reitero que es un libro encantador.
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Diana Powell-Cooper
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic for young readers...
Reviewed in Canada on June 12, 2020
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This is a great book for young readers. I read it to my grade two class and they enjoyed it. They were able to make connections between the events in the book and their own experiences (e.g., a parent going away on a business trip) and things we were learning about in class (e.g., the characteristics of animals). I really appreciate the fact it is the first in a series so that students who are interested in reading on can do so
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Prabha BK
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely!
Reviewed in India on October 21, 2019
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Lovely book for a child who already loves to read (ages 7 and up)! A level 2 or 3 read.. and a great one for parents to read aloud as well, ages 5 and up.. great story, combines a lil science with a lil magic! Lots of simple facts about animals they'll learn too. Would definitely recommend.. my nephew getting this gift from me and am hoping he likes it!!
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