Title: Because Dragons Love Milk
Bibliographic information:
Author: Marie Chow
Illustrator: Miki Tharp
Translator: Marie Chow
- Paperback: 28 pages
- Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 1, 2014)
- Language: English
Reader's Annotation:
Tycho cannot get to sleep, because of all of the monsters under his bed. But his father has some innovative solutions for sweet dreams.
Interest Level: Ages 4-7
Lexile level: Not Applicable
Awards, if applicable:
Not Applicable
Plot summary: Tycho just can’t seem to get to sleep - he knows that there are all sorts of monsters out there - under his bed and all around. But as he explains his fears to his father, his father comes up with a whole series of innovative solutions to the problems - because dragons love milk, you know.
Critical review: The relationship between the father and son is wonderful, with mutual trust and affection. The father is understanding and patience with his son’s fears, and offers a series of solutions to all of the challenges which keep him from being able to get to sleep at night.
Why include it?
This bilingual book incorporates a family who deals with problems in a gentle and understanding way.
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