The Dragon of Doom
Bruce Coville
The Dragon of Doom
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bruce Coville
Illustrated by Katherine Coville
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if a not-so-great magician moves into your town, and his spells keep turning everything into cheese? Edward is about to find out how wild and wacky magic can be when he teams up with Moongobble and his toad, Urk. But when a scary Dragon of Doom threatens their fun, Edward must step up to save the day!
Quick Assessment
This lighthearted fantasy story follows Edward, a young boy who becomes an assistant to Moongobble, a magician whose spells often go hilariously wrong. The book is suitable for early readers ages 5-8 and features themes of friendship, magic, and adventure with a humorous tone. There is mild fantasy peril involving a dragon, but overall the story is gentle and amusing.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780689857577
- Pages
- 69
- Publisher
- Aladdin
- Published
- 2005-02
- Type
- Fiction