Description
Book SynopsisWrapped in Eastern and Western dragon lore, this fantasy tale celebrates perseverance, cultural inclusion, and self-discovery.
It’s the first day of Dragon School, where all the young dragons must learn how to harness their fire-breathing skills. Today’s lesson? Using it to cook food! All the dragons are excited to test their powers . . . except Long. Long is from the East and can only breathe out water. No matter how hard he huffs and puffs, he isn’t sure he can match his fire-breathing classmates. But will his talents be discovered? Or will Long find his own unique path to cooking-and to fitting in?
From TOFU TAKES TIME author Helen H. Wu and New York Times bestselling illustrator Mae Besom (WHAT DO YOU DO WITH AN IDEA?) comes a gorgeously illustrated and stirring tale around self-discovery.
Trade Review"A story of diversity and inclusion." –Kirkus Reviews
“Long learns perseverance and self-acceptance, while his class learns a valuable lesson on cultural differences.” –Booklist
“An insightful picture book in which a young dragon with unique abilities struggles to fit in." –Foreword Reviews
"An entertaining and instructive way to introduce readers to a growth mindset, inclusivity, and self-belief." –The Children's Book Review
"Children, and especially those from minority cultures, will find encouragement in this endearing tale of a young dragon learning to love his unique gifts." -Livia Blackburne, New York Times bestselling author of I Dream of Popo
"A witty and charming book that conveys
a message of inclusion and diversity in the most delightful way possible." -
Eric Fan, The Fan Brothers, creators of
The Night Gardener and
Ocean Meets Sky
"Dragons from both the East and the West come together in a swirl of colors and discover their very own talents in a delightful way." –Bookworm for Kids
