The Dear Dragon series is made up of several books that are easy readers. They use site vocabulary that is printed in the back of the book (57 words). It reminds me of the books I learned to read with.

In I Love You, Dear Dragon, the author focuses on Valentine's Day, specifically the colour red. They see and recognize cardinals (a red bird), red school, red lights and red apples. When they receive a Valentine's Card in the mail, they make their own cards, decorations and valentine cake. Dad reads them a story about Valentine's Day before bedtime.

These Beginning-to-Read books capture the imaginations of beginning readers and help them on their way to independent reading. These stories use repetition to reinforce vocabulary and sight words. They could also be read aloud to young children who are not able to read yet. The books, written in 1950 have been updated with colourful, more up to date illustrations. The back of the book gives suggestions to develop vocabulary, phonetic awareness, fluency and comprehension to parents or caregivers A great addition to a family library or a primary classroom. ( )

Summary:
I Love You, Dear Dragon is story about a boy and his pet dragon celebrating Valentine's Day by pointing out everything that is red and eating a Special Valentine's Day cake.

Personal Reflection:
This book is a good book for beginning readers. It is also a good way to help them learn their colors.

Classroom extensions:
1. Valentine's Day activities
2. Teaching on colors
3. Teaching on imaginary animals ( )